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ICBA guidebook on CFPB’s 1033 rule spotlights ongoing advocacy
ICBA recently released its Open Banking Guidebook detailing the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule implementing Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act.
ICBA remembers Bill Rosacker
Former ICBA Executive Committee Member William Rosacker died in Shakopee, Minn., on Jan. 12 at the age of 80. Rosacker had a 51-year career in banking and was president of United Bankers’ Bank in...
Agencies issue joint statement on California wildfires
Federal banking regulators and the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation released an interagency statement on supervisory practices for financial institutions in areas of...
ICBA Names 2025-26 Board Nominees to Advance Community Banking Priorities
ICBA announced its 2025-26 board of directors’ nominees, setting the stage for the organization’s next chapter in advancing the community banking industry.
ICBA-advocated de novo bill introduced in House, Senate
ICBA expressed strong support for the introduction of legislation to promote the creation of de novo community banks.
ICBA recruiting Subchapter S bankers for new working group
With major tax legislation high on the congressional agenda, ICBA is recruiting interested Subchapter S bankers for its new Subchapter S Tax Working Group.
Infographic highlights support for community bank policy issues
ICBA continued spreading the word about its latest polling results—which show Americans support community bank policy priorities—in an infographic sent to Beltway insiders.
CFPB withdraws ICBA-opposed proposal on non-sufficient-funds fees
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau withdrew its proposed rule to restrict the use of non-sufficient-funds fees, as advocated by ICBA.
Registration open for ICBA Capital Summit
Registration is now open for ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for May 12-15 in Washington, D.C.
ICBA Dividend Program Nears $85 Million Distributed Since Inception
ICBA today announced that the Travelers ICBA insurance program will distribute its 23rd consecutive dividend to participants in the Policyholder Safety Group Dividend plan, bringing the total...
New Polling Shows Public Support for Policies in ICBA’s ‘Repair, Reform, and Thrive’ Plan
With the new 119th Congress and incoming Trump administration getting started in Washington, the ICBA today released new polling data showing Americans support community bank policy priorities laid...
ICBA polling shows Americans support community bank policy priorities
ICBA today is releasing new polling data showing Americans support the community bank policy priorities laid out in ICBA’s new “Repair, Reform, and Thrive” plan.
FDIC announces relief for California banks
The FDIC announced regulatory relief to facilitate recovery in areas of California affected by wildfires and straight-line winds.
FDIC’s Hill: ‘Crushing’ compliance costs hurt community banks
Overzealous and misguided supervision contributes to crushing compliance costs for community banks, according to FDIC Vice Chairman Travis Hill.
Independent Banker: Top CEO challenge is growing deposits
More than half of community bank executives say their biggest challenge in 2025 is growing deposits, according to the latest Independent Banker magazine.
Fed’s Bowman urges tailored community bank regulations
Regulators should support the banking system with a more pragmatic approach, including tailoring regulations to the size of the bank, Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said.
ICBA Names Peter Nelson Senior Executive Vice President of Member Engagement
The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced Peter Nelson as senior executive vice president of member engagement. Nelson will assume his new duties on Feb. 10 and will lead...
'40 Under 40' nominations open
Independent Banker magazine recently opened nominations for its 2025 “40 Under 40: Community Bank Leaders” awards.
CFPB proposes to expand EFTA coverage to digital assets, video games
The CFPB proposed an interpretive rule on how Regulation E and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act apply to emerging payment mechanisms, such as stablecoins and digital assets that operate as a medium...
House panel names vice chair, subcommittee chairs
House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-Ark.) announced the panel’s vice chairman, subcommittees chairs, vice chair for communications, and committee whip for the 119th Congress.