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ICBA Services Network Appoints Ohio Community Banker as New Chairman

ICBA Services Network, the business-services subsidiary of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), today announced the election of Shon Myers, chairman, president and CEO of Farmers & Merchants Bank in Miamisburg, Ohio, as chairman of the board of directors.
June 28, 2024 | Press Release  

Fed’s Bowman cites concerns with credit union bank acquisitions

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman raised concerns with credit union acquisitions of banks, noting the tax-exempt financial firms are exempt from the Community Reinvestment Act.
June 28, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

ICBA urges senators to co-sponsor bill to close ILC loophole

ICBA urged senators to co-sponsor ICBA-advocated legislation to permanently close the industrial loan company loophole.
June 28, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Grassroots/Be Heard 

Data privacy bill markup canceled

The House Energy and Commerce Committee canceled the scheduled markup of the American Privacy Rights Act following concerns about the bill.
June 28, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Climate 

GM withdraws ILC charter application

General Motors withdrew its ICBA-opposed application for deposit insurance, suspending its bid to form an industrial loan company.
June 27, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

Sen. Stabenow: It’s time to pass a farm bill

Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) called for negotiations on the next farm bill.
June 27, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today   Farm Bill 

Fed’s Bowman recommends Basel III Endgame changes

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said she sees a path forward for implementing proposed Basel III Endgame capital rules that addresses concerns with their effectiveness and efficiency.
June 27, 2024 | ICBA NewsWatch Today  

Could Freelancers Solve Your Bank's Staffing Problems?

During staff shortages, leaves and short-term projects, freelancers can fulfill the needs of your community bank in a variety of areas and concentrations—but there are risk-management considerations to be aware of.
June 27, 2024 | Independent Banker   Compliance 

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