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The ICBA Newsroom collects and centralizes all the NewsWatch Today articles, press releases, Main Street Matters blogs, advocacy letters and other news that impacts community bankers.
FinCEN ceremony recognizes BSA reporting
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network held its ninth annual Law Enforcement Awards Program to recognize agencies that used Bank Secrecy Act data to successfully pursue and prosecute criminal investigations.
December 11, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
Derek Williams: The True Community Difference
While the biggest banks look strictly at the financial results and focus on doing well, community banks look at our overall impact and focus on doing good.
December 11, 2023 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
Revised CDFI certification application released
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund issued a revised CDFI certification application that addresses ICBA concerns with a previously released proposal.
December 08, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CDFI
FDIC: DIF restoration on track
The FDIC projects the Deposit Insurance Fund reserve ratio will likely reach its 1.35% minimum by the statutory deadline of Sept. 30, 2028, according to an agency update on its DIF restoration plan.
December 08, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
ICBA Names Aaron Stetter as Executive Vice President, Affiliate and Volunteer Relations
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced that Aaron Stetter is rejoining the organization in a newly created role as executive vice president, affiliate and volunteer relations. Stetter will set strategic direction and work cross-functionally to align priorities, enhance communication, and increase engagement across ICBA’s volunteer leaders and state-affiliated partners.
December 08, 2023 |
Press Release
ICBA announces next ThinkTECH Accelerator cohort
ICBA announced the selected companies for its sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program.
December 08, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Key offices report on crypto risks to financial sector
This year’s turmoil in the digital assets market exposed and elevated the high level of interconnectedness between digital assets firms and traditional markets, according to the federal Office of Financial Research.
December 08, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Digital Assets
Community Banks' Regulatory Guidance for Third-Party Relationships
Earlier this year, federal bank regulatory agencies released final guidance on third-party risk management for financial institutions. Here’s what community banks need to know.
December 08, 2023 |
Independent Banker
Compliance
OCC issues guidance on ‘buy now, pay later’ lending
The OCC issued guidance to national banks and federal savings associations to address the risks associated with “buy now, pay later” lending.
December 07, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance
ICBA urges President Biden to sign resolution blocking 1071 rule
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey called on President Joe Biden to sign a recently passed bipartisan resolution to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1071 rule.
December 07, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Romero Rainey, Merski again named top lobbyists
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey and ICBA Group Executive Vice President of Congressional Relations and Strategy Paul Merski were featured on The Hill’s 2023 list of the nation’s top lobbyists.
December 07, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator Cohort Revealed
The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced the selected companies for its sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program (AP6), which will focus on fintech solutions around analytics, automation, and compliance.
December 07, 2023 |
Press Release
Fintech Innovation
ICBA Statement on Revised CDFI Certification Application
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on today’s Treasury Department and Community Development Financial Institutions Fund announcement on revisions to the CDFI certification application.
December 07, 2023 |
Press Release
CDFI
Regulators rolling out off-cycle exams: Reuters
Reuters reported on bank regulators ramping up off-cycle examinations of community banks following large bank failures earlier this year.
December 07, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Agencies/Regulators
ICBA's Romero Rainey, Merski Again Named to The Hill’s Top Lobbyist List
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey and ICBA Group Executive Vice President of Congressional Relations and Strategy Paul Merski are among the top association executives featured in The Hill’s 2023 list of the top advocates in Washington.
December 07, 2023 |
Press Release
Advocacy
Rebeca Romero Rainey: Here for Good
The 2024 ICBA LIVE theme is “Here for Good,” and I am struck by how much that message resonates in all we do.
December 07, 2023 |
Independent Banker
ICBA: Agency use of AI could relieve data reporting burden
ICBA offered recommendations for an Office of Management and Budget proposal to establish artificial intelligence governance standards for federal agencies.
December 06, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Technology
Here for good: help us celebrate community banking
The year is almost over, and we’d love your help to get ready for ICBA LIVE 2024, March 14-17. In line with the holiday spirit, we’re asking you to share how you and your bank are here for good: So grab your phone and record a quick video for us!
December 06, 2023 |
News
ThinkTECH session next week features quick fintech pitches
ICBA next week is hosting a fast and informative session to explore fintech solutions for community banks.
December 06, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
House committee chairman McHenry won’t seek reelection
House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) announced he will retire from Congress at the end of his current term.
December 06, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Congressional Matters
CFPB to Congress: ICBA mortgage disclosure proposal could benefit housing market
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau promoted its recent approval of ICBA’s proposed template to improve mortgage disclosures in testimony before Congress.
December 06, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Compliance
Banking the Nonprofit Way
Helping their communities: It’s the community bank way—but it’s not always done through volunteering. These banks tell us how they support nonprofits in their areas through banking services, education and more, helping these organizations amplify their work for the groups they serve.
December 06, 2023 |
Independent Banker
White paper warns of ‘triangulation’ fraud
The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center recently issued a white paper on triangulation fraud, a relatively new type of fraud that targets online shoppers and affects the broader payments system.
December 05, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Fraud
Independent Banker features Best Community Banks to Work For
The December issue of ICBA Independent Banker magazine features the 2023 Best Community Banks to Work For recipients.
December 05, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
ThinkTECH Accelerator registration open
Community bankers can now register to participate in the sixth ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program to meet with six emerging fintech companies advancing community bank innovation.
December 05, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Fed touts ‘same risk, same regulation’ approach to innovation
The Federal Reserve Board’s approach to overseeing banking innovation seeks to ensure activities that present fundamentally the same risks are regulated in the same way, a Fed regulator is slated to tell Congress today.
December 05, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
How Important Are Brick-And-Mortar Branches?
Despite the growing use of online banking and mobile apps, the branch remains an important part of community banks' retail strategy. But how are these branches changing? From making space available for community groups and providing more self-service options for customers, these banks are pushing their branches to the next level.
December 05, 2023 |
Independent Banker
House passes ICBA-advocated resolution to scrap CFPB 1071 rule
ICBA commended the House for passing an ICBA-advocated resolution to nullify the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1071 small-business data collection and reporting requirements.
December 04, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Compliance
OCC announces 2024 fees and assessments
The OCC announced its fees and assessments for calendar year 2024.
December 04, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FinCEN updates beneficial ownership information resources
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network updated its beneficial ownership information frequently asked questions, Small Entity Compliance Guide, quick reference materials, and informational video.
December 04, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
FDIC adds new technical assistance videos
The FDIC announced updates to its Technical Assistance Video Program.
December 04, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Michael Emancipator: ICBA Advocacy Results in Nationwide 1071 Delay
ICBA will continue to work with policymakers to pursue 1071 relief for community banks.
December 04, 2023 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
House set to vote today on nullifying 1071 rule
ICBA is calling on community bankers to urge their members of Congress to support a resolution to block the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1071 rule ahead of a House vote slated for today.
December 01, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
ICBA Commends House for Passing Resolution to Scrap CFPB’s Onerous Small-Business Reporting Rule
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today commended the House for passing a bipartisan, ICBA-advocated resolution (S.J.Res.32) to nullify the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1071 small-business data collection and reporting requirements and urged President Joe Biden to sign it into law. Today’s bipartisan vote follows the recent bipartisan Senate passage of the measure, which came after sustained ICBA and community banker grassroots advocacy.
December 01, 2023 |
Press Release
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
ICBA congratulates new CSBS chief
ICBA congratulated Brandon Milhorn for being named president and CEO of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors.
December 01, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Chopra pressed on 1071 rule during Senate hearing
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra faced questions from Congress about the bureau’s Section 1071 small-business data reporting rule.
December 01, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
FDIC, OCC issue CRA exam schedule
The FDIC and OCC issued lists of institutions scheduled for Community Reinvestment Act examination during the first and second quarters of 2024.
December 01, 2023 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CRA
Best Community Banks to Work For 2023
How many other industries can boast that 97% of workers would recommend their employer to potential employees? The winners of the 2023 Best Community Banks To Work For Awards tell us how they keep employees feeling fulfilled in their roles and eager to succeed.
December 01, 2023 |
Independent Banker
ICBA Independent Banker Honors 2023 Best Community Banks to Work For Winners
The December cover story of Independent Banker magazine, the award-winning monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), spotlights this year’s Best Community Banks to Work For recipients.
November 30, 2023 |
Press Release
ICBA Congratulates New Conference of State Bank Supervisors President and CEO Brandon Milhorn
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on the Conference of State Bank Supervisors announcement that Brandon Milhorn has been named its next president and CEO.
November 30, 2023 |
Press Release
Independent Banker
Independent Banker is the award-winning monthly member publication of ICBA. Continually rated the best news source by community bankers, IB provides timely, relevant information and insights to help community banks continue to flourish.
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