ICBA Newsroom
The ICBA Newsroom collects and centralizes all the NewsWatch Today articles, press releases, blog posts, advocacy letters and other news that impacts community bankers.
ICBA pushing grassroots ahead of next week’s Capital Summit
With the ICBA Capital Summit set for next week, ICBA is calling on community bankers across the nation to send messages to their members of Congress on the issues that will be discussed during meetings in Washington.
April 25, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
6 Ways to Deepen Small-Business Relationships
When it comes to small businesses, a personal touch is needed to develop the relationship between bank and business. Here are six concrete tips on how to improve relationships with current customers and attract potential ones.
April 25, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lending
Labor Department finalizes ICBA-opposed overtime rule
The Labor Department issued a final rule to increase the number of employees who are entitled to overtime compensation.
April 24, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Department of Labor
FDIC board meeting on Change in Bank Control Act
The FDIC board of directors is scheduled to meet tomorrow morning to discuss proposals related to the Change in Bank Control Act of 1978.
April 24, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FDIC
Deadline today: Capital Summit online registration
Today is the online registration deadline for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit, the industry’s premier advocacy event.
April 24, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Out of Office: Ashley Burt
The CEO and president of $230 million-asset Gunnison Bank and Trust Company in Gunnison, Colo., likes to live life in the fast lane as a race car driver.
April 24, 2024 |
Independent Banker
ICBA, IBAT meet with CFPB on 1033 concerns
ICBA and Independent Bankers Association of Texas community bankers and staff met with Consumer Financial Protection Bureau officials to express concerns with the bureau’s pending 1033 rule on sharing consumer financial data.
April 23, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB
FinCEN urges institutions to remain vigilant to environmental crimes
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network reminded financial institutions to remain vigilant in identifying and reporting suspicious activity related to environmental crimes.
April 23, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FinCEN
ICBA PAC schedules 19th Annual Golf Classic
ICBA PAC is hosting its 19th Annual Golf Classic on June 17 at the Minneapolis Golf Club in St. Louis Park, Minn.
April 23, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Alliance Bank Elevates Community Wellness
ICBA whitepaper explores trends in fair lending and redlining practices
A new ICBA whitepaper provides an in-depth look at current trends in fair lending and the scrutiny of redlining practices.
April 22, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Lending
ICBA: grassroots advocacy needed ahead of Capital Summit
As hundreds of community bankers prepare to attend ICBA Capital Summit, which kicks off on Sunday, May 28, ICBA is urging community banks to show support by sending this letter to their members of Congress.
April 22, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FinCEN: $27B in elder financial exploitation reported by financial institutions
Financial institutions reported $27 billion in suspicious activities linked to elder financial exploitation from 2022 to 2023, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
April 22, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance FinCEN
Fed's Financial Stability Report highlights key risks
Persistent inflation and tighter monetary policy are the primary risks to the U.S. financial system, according to the Federal Reserve’s semiannual Financial Stability Report.
April 22, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
ICBA Certification Q&A: Lisa Cronk
In the first of our new Powering Potential series, we meet Lisa C. Cronk, the compliance and audit control officer at Lake Elmo Bank in Minneapolis. With more than 25 years of banking experience, Lisa has woven her way through the intricate tapestry of financial compliance. Here, she reflects on her professional journey, the key aspects of her job and how she has used ICBA Education services and certifications to progress.
April 22, 2024 |
Independent Banker
FHFA seeks comment on proposed GSE offerings
The Federal Housing Finance Agency is seeking feedback on proposed new product offerings from Freddie Mac.
April 19, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Federal Housing Finance Agency
ICBA meets with Fed Governor Bowman on Reg II debit card rule
ICBA’s Anne Balcer met yesterday with Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman on the agency’s proposal to lower debit card interchange fees. Fed Governor Bowman, who has spoken out against the proposal, said the agency’s cap on debit card interchange puts smaller issuers at a disadvantage.
April 19, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
ICBA whitepaper explores trends in fair lending and redlining practices
A new ICBA whitepaper provides an in-depth look at current trends in fair lending and the scrutiny of redlining practices.
April 19, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance Lending
7 Strategies for Raising Bank Deposits
Community banks must maintain a competitive edge to stay on top of their deposits.
April 19, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Growing the Community
House Financial Services Committee passes resolutions nullifying climate disclosure and credit card late fee rules
The House Financial Services Committee advanced two ICBA-supported Congressional Review Act resolutions, to the full House for consideration. H.J. Res. 127 and H.J. Res. 122, both passed by a 28-22 vote along party lines.
April 18, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Congressional Matters
New Fraud and Compliance subgroups on ICBA Community
ICBA launched a new fraud subgroup and a new compliance subgroup on its ICBA Community online platform.
April 18, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Today: ThinkTECH Alumni Showcase
ICBA is hosting a webinar featuring demonstrations of the latest solutions from several ThinkTECH Accelerator alumni.
April 18, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Charles Potts: How Core Providers Are Becoming Core to Innovation
Let's reflect on the dynamic between community banks and their fintech and core partners.
April 18, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
ICBA expresses support for resolution markup
ICBA wrote to House leadership expressing support for the markup of two Congressional Review Act resolutions: H.J. Res. 122 and H.J. Res. 127.
April 17, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Congressional Matters
‘Pig butchering’ demands a policy response: ICBA blog
With “pig butchering” scams depending on cryptocurrencies to defraud victims and launder the proceeds, policymakers must strengthen protections against the crypto sector, according to a new ICBA blog post.
April 17, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Digital Assets
Capital Summit registration deadline next week
With the deadline to sign up for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit arriving next week, registrations are trending toward record-level attendance for the industry’s premier advocacy event.
April 17, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
How Marketing Impacts Community Banks' Recruiting
A marketing campaign could be the first thing a prospective employee sees while researching your community bank. How can you ensure your marketing strategy appeals to both customers and those on the job hunt?
April 17, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Growing the Community
Jim Reber: Dialing It Back
Simple bonds find favor with portfolio managers in 2024.
April 16, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
ICBA Promotes Financial Empowerment Through Financial Knowledge
In recognition of Financial Literacy Month in April, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and the nation's community banks are encouraging Americans to employ fiscally responsible habits and equip themselves with essential financial knowledge to seize control of their financial future.
April 15, 2024 |
Press Release
Community Bank Awareness
ICBA continues urging calls on farm bill
ICBA continues urging community bankers to call their members of Congress on the pending farm bill.
April 15, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Agriculture Farm Bill
Global securities group planning next steps on crypto rules
The International Organization of Securities Commissions said it plans to build on its proposals on crypto markets and decentralized finance in the coming year.
April 15, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Digital Assets
Deadline approaching for Capital Summit registration
With the deadline to sign up for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit arriving next week, registrations are trending toward record-level attendance for the industry’s premier advocacy event.
April 15, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Warsaw Federal Bank's Unique Path to MDI Status
Cincinnati-based Warsaw Federal Bank has just become one of the state’s two minority depository institutions, with a focus on bringing banking to the city’s underserved communities.
April 15, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lindsay LaNore: 10 Quick Wins For New Leaders
Here are some ways you can set the right tone as you settle into your leadership position.
April 12, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
Q&A: Is it Time to Change Your Community Bank Core?
What questions do community banks need to ask to ensure they’re getting the most out of their core? We spoke to experts on when you should consider a change, the timeline, the importance of provider relationships and more.
April 11, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Payments
ICBA continues challenging legal push on data furnishers
ICBA and other groups filed a friend-of-the-court brief rebutting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s continued assertions that consumer reporting agencies and furnishers are obligated to settle legal disputes.
April 10, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB
Treasury repeats call for new authorities to target crypto crime
The Treasury Department reiterated its calls for Congress to grant the department additional tools to address illicit actors’ use of cryptocurrencies to facilitate crime.
April 10, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Digital Assets
ICBA, groups endorse challenge to credit card late fee rule
ICBA and other groups expressed support for House and Senate resolutions to nullify the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule to cut credit card late fees.
April 10, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB
Dieterich Bank Inspires Young Entrepreneurs
Dieterich Bank’s KidPreneur Pop Up Shop program has taught the younger generation how to build and run their own businesses.
April 10, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Challenge to credit card late fee rule introduced in Senate
An ICBA-backed resolution to nullify the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule to cut credit card late fees was introduced in the Senate.
April 09, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Credit Cards
CFPB reports on credit reporting violations as it considers rulemaking
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a report on accuracy problems in the credit reporting system.
April 09, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance
ICBA Capital Summit this month
Registration is open for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit, the industry’s premier advocacy event slated for April 28-May 1 in Washington, D.C.
April 09, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Lucas White: Driving Community Banking's Agenda with Advocacy
I encourage every one of you to take part in advocacy efforts. Don’t put it off until you have more time, until you’re older or whatever you’re telling yourself. Do it today.
April 09, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
ICBA polling shows Americans oppose credit card routing mandates
With Congress back in Washington following a two-week district work period, ICBA released polling that shows Americans oppose legislation to create credit card routing mandates.
April 08, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Congressional Matters Credit Cards
SEC suspends ICBA-opposed climate-disclosure rule
The Securities and Exchange Commission suspended the implementation of its ICBA-opposed final rule requiring climate-related investor disclosures.
April 08, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Security
CFPB monitoring use of mortgage discount points
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said it is monitoring the increase in homebuyers paying “discount points” in recent years.
April 08, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance
Community Bankers to Convene for ICBA Capital Summit in the Nation’s Capital
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) will host hundreds of community bank leaders during the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit from April 28 to May 1 in Washington.
April 08, 2024 |
Press Release
CRE Lending: Challenge or Opportunity?
CRE lending is down, but should community banks see it as an opportunity to win business that the megabanks won’t take?
April 08, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Lending
Polling Shows Americans Oppose Durbin-Marshall Credit Card Routing Mandates
With Congress back in Washington following a two-week district work period, new polling from the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) shows Americans say legislation to create credit card routing mandates would harm consumers.
April 07, 2024 |
Press Release
Credit Cards Regulatory Relief
Hsu suggests banks should be liable for authorized transactions
Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu indicated he supports requiring banks to reimburse customers tricked into sending money to fraudulent accounts.
April 05, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Fraud
CFPB report targets financial transactions in video games
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued a report examining the growth of financial transactions in online video games and virtual worlds.
April 05, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance
FHFA issues progress report on FHLBank policy updates
The Federal Housing Finance Agency provided an update on its implementation of recommendations included in last year’s report on the Federal Home Loan Bank system.
April 05, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance Federal Housing Finance Agency
Rebeca Romero Rainey: Why the Community Bank Story Matters in Advocacy
[Community bankers’] storytelling pulls concepts out of the theoretical into reality. When you can demonstrate how these topics affect the lifeblood of the community, it’s transformational.
April 05, 2024 |
Independent Banker
Independent Banker profiles ICBA board of directors
This month’s ICBA Independent Banker magazine introduces the 2024-2025 ICBA board of directors.
April 04, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
SEC official: Agency taking consistent approach to crypto
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s head of enforcement, Gurbir Grewal, defended his agency’s actions against illicitly traded cryptoassets.
April 04, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Digital Assets
CFPB planning credit reporting rulemaking this year: Chopra
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is planning to propose rules this year to ensure data brokers comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, CFPB Director Rohit Chopra said.
April 04, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB Compliance
Banking With Heart: How Community Banks Support Customers' Dreams
In honor of Community Banking Month, here are stories from six banks about how their work helps customers achieve their dreams. From the ripple effect of cashing two checks from a non-customer to an innovative financing plan for a community nonprofit, these banks are showing the true meaning of community.
April 04, 2024 |
Independent Banker
ICBA urges agencies to issue cease-and-desist orders to Navy Federal
Following Navy Federal Credit Union’s announcement that its overseas military banking program will be called “Community Bank,” ICBA urged regulators to issue cease-and-desist orders directing the institution not to refer to itself as a bank.
April 03, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Credit Unions
ICBA urges CFPB to withdraw overdraft proposal
ICBA urged the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to withdraw its proposed rule to apply Regulation Z lending requirements to overdraft services.
April 03, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB
FinCEN underestimates beneficial ownership collection burden: ICBA
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s estimated burden of complying with its final rule on accessing beneficial ownership information does not accurately reflect the demands of collecting this information, ICBA said.
April 03, 2024 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FinCEN
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