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Senate panel advances financial nominations

The Senate Banking Committee voted to advance several nominations out of committee.
April 04, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Congressional Matters 

ICBA urging grassroots outreach on overdraft with House vote delayed

With the House vote on an ICBA-advocated resolution to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s overdraft rule delayed, ICBA is calling on community bankers to continue urging their lawmakers to vote in favor of the measure.
April 03, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Grassroots/Be Heard Overdraft Services 

Bill to establish stablecoin regulatory framework passes House committee

The House Financial Services Committee voted to pass legislation to establish a federal supervisory framework for stablecoins and their issuers.
April 03, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Digital Assets 

ICBA applauds House panel for advancing 1071, de novo, anti-CBDC bills

ICBA commended the House Financial Services Committee for advancing three ICBA-advocated bills to repeal the CFPB’s 1071 rule, promote de novo bank formation, and restrict the issuance of a U.S. central bank digital currency.
April 03, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   De Novo Banks 

ICBA Applauds House Financial Services Committee for Advancing Pro-Community Bank 1071, De Novo, Anti-CBDC Bills

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) commended the House Financial Services Committee for advancing three ICBA-advocated bills to support community banks and the local communities they serve.
April 03, 2025 | Press Release   Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Payments Regulatory Relief 

ICBA-advocated 1071, de novo, anti-CBDC bills set for House markup today

The House Financial Services Committee is scheduled to take up three ICBA-advocated bills today to repeal the CFPB’s 1071 rule, promote de novo bank formation, and restrict the issuance of a U.S. central bank digital currency.
April 02, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 

Webinar today on the future of community banking

BankTech Ventures is scheduled to host “Investing in the Future of Community Banking – A Banker’s Perspective” at 3 p.m. (Eastern time) today.
April 02, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

ICBA celebrates Community Banking Month

In observance of Community Banking Month, ICBA reminded Americans of the pivotal role community banks serve in bolstering local economies, supporting small businesses, and offering relationship-driven banking services.
April 02, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Community Bank Awareness 

ICBA urging grassroots outreach ahead of House overdraft vote

With the House set to vote this week on an ICBA-advocated resolution to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s overdraft rule, ICBA is calling on community bankers to continue urging their lawmakers to vote in favor of the measure.
April 01, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Overdraft Services 

ICBA-advocated 1071, de novo, anti-CBDC bills set for House markup

The House Financial Services Committee is scheduled to take up three ICBA-advocated bills this week to repeal the CFPB’s 1071 rule, promote de novo bank formation, and restrict the issuance of a U.S. central bank digital currency.
April 01, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 

OCC withdraws from interagency climate risk guidance for large banks

The OCC withdrew its participation in ICBA-opposed interagency principles for climate-related financial risk management for financial institutions with $100 billion or more in total consolidated assets.
April 01, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   OCC 

ICBA Celebrates Community Banks Strengthening Local Economies During Community Banking Month in April

In observance of Community Banking Month in April, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) is reminding Americans of the pivotal role community banks serve in bolstering local economies, supporting small businesses, and offering relationship-driven banking services.
April 01, 2025 | Press Release   Community Bank Awareness 

Rebeca Romero Rainey: Your Advocacy Impact

“Every phone call we make to our members of Congress, every trip to Capitol Hill and every letter we send falls on open ears and has an impact.”
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Jack E. Hopkins: Marching to the Beat of Community Banking

“We power the future, one local economy at a time, and we need members of Congress and agency leads to understand that.”
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Live Oak Bank's Office Design Is Rooted in Innovation

In June 2024, $12.9 billion-asset Live Oak Bank in Wilmington, N.C., debuted a new office building constructed with mass timber materials, a method that uses glue-laminated timber and cross-laminated timber for structurally strong columns, beams and floors.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  
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Strengthening Work Relations Through Bank Employee Surveys

Are your employees happy? Staff surveys are a great way to find out. The key, say community bankers and experts, is following up on what you hear.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Jacob Eisen: Changing for the Better

Winston Churchill famously said, “To improve is to change, so to be perfect is to have changed often.”
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Scott Anchin: 'Friendly Fraud' Isn't Bank Friendly

Recent research has found that “friendly fraud” costs U.S. businesses more than $100 billion a year. But what is it, and what can we do to minimize its effects?
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

What Role Will Your Core Play in Open Banking?

The CFPB’s open banking rule opens financial data to authorized third parties. Will your core processor be ready if it takes effect?
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Payments 

5 Ways Community Banks Can Take Advantage of FedNow

FedNow has solidified its place in the banking industry, and now’s the time for community banks to get in on the action. Learn how your bank can ease the instant payments system into its operations.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Jim Reber and Ron Haynie: Fannie and Freddie 3.0

The Trump administration shows interest in reprivatizing the housing GSEs.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Aaron Stetter: The ICBA Capital Summit Shapes the Future of Community Banking

Every year, ICBA hosts its signature lobbying event that encourages grassroots action for our industry and presents bankers the opportunity to meet with legislators.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

First National Bank: Redefining Retail Banking

First National Bank’s eStore aims for customer convenience, delivering personalized banking through a high-tech customer experience.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Powering Potential: 5 Ways ICBA Can Improve Your Advocacy Efforts

Discover how ICBA’s resources equip you to excel in your lobbying efforts.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

Bank of Zachary: Building Financial Foundations

The Bank of Zachary is equipping high school students with real-world banking skills to shape a financially literate future.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Meet ICBA’s 2025/26 Board of Directors

ICBA’s 2025/26 board members hail from all corners of the country and are ready to fight for the continued success of the community banking industry. Executive committee members tell us what they’ll be laser-focused on during their term, and members of the broader board pass on words of wisdom about leadership and success in banking.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

The Ultimate Community Banker Guidebook for All Things Advocacy

This year, a new presidential administration and a new Congress bring opportunities for regulatory and legislative changes. There are fresh faces who want and need to hear about the community banking industry and how we support our communities. There’s no better time for community bankers alike to make their voices heard—and it’s easier than you think.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Advocacy 

Powering Potential: ICBA Certification Q&A with Vance Keller

Vance Keller, branch president and compliance officer at Dream First Bank in Syracuse, Kan., has built a dynamic career in banking since 1999. Keller shares how his commitment to continuous learning and collaboration drives his success in navigating compliance challenges.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

What Makes Customers Trust Community Banks?

Trustworthiness is integral to the success of a bank. And for community banks, it’s more than table stakes—it’s your competitive edge. We asked community bankers and others how they build and maintain trust in an ever more digital world.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Out of Office: Gerardo Munoz

The SVP and chief information officer at $3.4 billion-asset D.L. Evans Bank in Burley, Idaho, collects and refurbishes vintage watches.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

The Future of Risk Management: Adapt or Fall Behind

SPONSORED | The past 18 months have been a wake-up call for the banking industry. Market instability, interest rate swings, and uncertainty demand agile, data-driven risk management. Banks embracing innovation will thrive, while those using outdated systems and rigid processes risk profitability and financial stability.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

ACT Deposit Program Can Help Improve Your Bank’s CRA Rating

SPONSORED | Discover an innovative way to earn CRA credit while enjoying safety and returns for your bank’s own funds. The Advancing Communities Together Deposit Program, powered by IntraFi, provides a secure and easy way to fulfill CRA obligations by depositing funds into CDFIs and MDIs
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Why is Streaming the Hottest New Marketing Platform for Community Banks?

As streaming services grow in popularity with viewers, community bankers are exploring the targeting capabilities and flexibility of advertising on connected TV.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Growing the Community 

The Data Advantage: Key Strategies for Community Bank Success

SPONSORED | With larger regional banks increasingly viewing community financial institutions as rising competition, the time to tap into your data advantage is now. But how can you turn customer transaction data into meaningful growth without large technical investments?
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker  

Proven Practices For Back-Office Efficiency

SPONSORED | Shrinking net interest margins, rising costs, and manual processes challenge community banks to maintain efficiency and profitability in a competitive market.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Payments 

Fighting Fraud Under the USA PATRIOT Act Section 314(b)

Information sharing, permitted under the USA PATRIOT Act Section 314(b), presents opportunities for banks to work together and combat suspicious bank activity.
April 01, 2025 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

ICBA Community Surpasses 5,000 Members, Driving Peer-to-Peer Value

The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced that ICBA Community, its exclusive digital network for ICBA members, has surpassed 5,000 members since its launch in July 2023. Designed as a secure, member-only space for community bankers to connect, ask questions, and exchange ideas, ICBA Community now hosts 13 active discussion boards covering a range of topics from compliance and fraud to technology and marketing.
March 31, 2025 | Press Release  

ICBA applauds agencies for proposing to rescind CRA rule

ICBA applauded the federal banking agencies for announcing plans to rescind their final rule reforming the Community Reinvestment Act, citing its disproportionate implementation costs for community banks.
March 31, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   CRA 

ICBA commends SEC for ending defense of climate-related disclosure rule

ICBA commended the SEC for ending the defense of its rule requiring public companies to issue climate-related disclosures, which would have a damaging impact on the capital markets, community banks, and the customers they serve.
March 31, 2025 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Climate 

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