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Oct 2, 2023 | NewsWatch Today
Short-term funding extension averts government shutdown

Congress on Saturday passed a short-term government funding extension, which President Joe Biden signed into law, averting a government shutdown. The agreement keeps the government funded at current levels until Nov. 17.

Sep 5, 2023 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA Foundation continues raising funds for Maui wildfire relief

The ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program continues requesting tax-deductible donations to assist community banks and employees affected by a recent series of deadly wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

Sep 5, 2023 | NewsWatch Today
Agencies address supervisory practices for institutions affected by Hurricane Idalia

Federal and state financial regulators issued a joint statement saying they recognize the serious impact of Hurricane Idalia on the customers and operations of many financial institutions and will provide appropriate regulatory assistance to affected institutions subject to their supervision.

Sep 1, 2023 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA Foundation continues raising funds for Maui wildfire relief

The ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program continues requesting tax-deductible donations to assist community banks and employees affected by a recent series of deadly wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui.

Aug 29, 2023 | Press Release
ICBA Provides Tips for Consumers Ahead of National Preparedness Month in September

In light of Hurricane Idalia and in observance of National Preparedness Month in September, ICBA and the nation's community banks are reminding consumers to take prudent measures that can help speed up their financial recovery following a natural or man-made disaster.

Nov 3, 2022 | Press Release
ICBA Foundation Receives Pledges of More Than $200,000 for Community Banks and Employees Affected by Hurricane Ian

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) Foundation today announced that the disaster relief program, activated in coordination with ICBA-affiliated Florida Bankers Association, has over $200,000 pledged to assist employees and families of Florida’s community banks affected by Hurricane Ian.