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PPP complexity could limit effectiveness: GAO

The complexity and lack of guidance surrounding Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness could limit the effectiveness of future rounds of the program, the GAO reported.
September 23, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

House passes ICBA-backed minority bank bill

The House passed ICBA-supported legislation that would modify regulatory processes to support Minority Depository Institutions.
September 23, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   MDI 

Treasury, IRS lack info on EIP non-filers: GAO

The Treasury Department and IRS lack updated information on how many eligible Economic Impact Payment recipients have yet to receive their funds, the GAO said.
September 23, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Crisis Preparedness Lending 

ICBA Response to FDIC Request for Information

ICBA welcomes the opportunity to respond to the FDIC's request for information hat seeks input on whether a standard-setting and voluntary-certification program could support community banks’ efforts in partnering with third parties.
September 22, 2020 | News   Fintech Regulation 

FDIC working on PPP asset-threshold impact: McWilliams

The FDIC is exploring options to address the impact of Paycheck Protection Program loans on regulatory asset thresholds, FDIC Chairman Jelena McWilliams told ICBA.
September 21, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

Fed updates FAQs on Main Street Lending Program

The Federal Reserve Board updated its frequently asked questions on the Main Street Lending Program to clarify expectations regarding lender underwriting.
September 21, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Lending 

ICBA seeks PPP accounting simplification

ICBA asked the federal banking regulators to allow community banks to recognize Paycheck Protection Program fees as income in their call reports.
September 21, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

New FDIC academic challenge focuses on community banks

The FDIC launched the agency’s first-ever Academic Challenge, which will be focused on the effects of community banks on local economic development.
September 21, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation 

Fed vote today on CRA reform notice

The Federal Reserve Board is scheduled to vote today on an advance notice of proposed rulemaking on Community Reinvestment Act regulation.
September 21, 2020 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   CRA 

ICBA Statement on Fed Community Reinvestment Act Notice

ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey released a statement on today's Federal Reserve advance notice of proposed rulemaking on reforming Community Reinvestment Act regulations.
September 21, 2020 | Press Release   CRA 

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