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ICBA releases data showing credit union acquisitions harm communities
ICBA released the results of a new data analysis demonstrating that credit union acquisitions of community banks are harming small businesses and local communities.
ICBA Urges Congress to Ensure Deposit Insurance Reforms Enhance Small Business Coverage, Curb Favorable Too-Big-To-Fail Treatment
ICBA called on Congress to consider deposit insurance reforms that enhance coverage for small businesses, address the more favorable regulatory treatment the nation’s largest banks receive, and...
New op-ed from ICBA leadership banker Ken Hale: Local communities stand to lose millions in local tax revenue
The latest op-ed from ICBA leadership community banker Ken Hale on the negative impact of the credit union tax exemption details the direct impact that credit unions purchasing banks in Louisiana...
OCC clarifies policy on politicized or unlawful debanking
The OCC issued two bulletins clarifying its policies on politicized or unlawful debanking in accordance with last month’s executive order on ensuring fair banking for all Americans.
ICBA-supported bill restricting mortgage ‘trigger leads’ signed into law
President Donald Trump signed into law the bipartisan Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act, ICBA-supported legislation that will help protect the financial privacy of mortgage applicants.
ICBA, other groups call on Congress to renew cybersecurity law
ICBA and other groups called on Congress to extend the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act before its Sept. 30 expiration date, saying that failure to do so would impede public-private sector...
CISA, partners release software guidance
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, National Security Agency, and 19 international partners released a software bill of materials for cybersecurity.
CFPB confirms plan to issue new rule on 1071
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reiterated that the agency’s new leadership has directed staff to initiate a new Section 1071 rulemaking.
SEC forms cross-border task force to combat fraud
The Securities and Exchange Commission announced the formation of a task force that it said will strengthen and enhance efforts to identify and combat cross-border fraud harming U.S. investors.
ICBA Applauds Signing of Law to Restrict Mortgage ‘Trigger Leads’
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today applauded President Trump for signing into law the bipartisan Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act (H.R. 2808), which will help protect the...
The DIY banking services customers expect
Prompted by the pandemic, DIY banking service offerings have grown quickly. And as consumers—especially Gen Z and millennials—continue calling for more mobile options, community banks are stepping...
Preventing Synthetic Identity Fraud
SPONSORED | How regional institutions can originate more accounts while building defenses for digital channels.
The Digital Transformation Journey Begins with the “People Factor”—with Kathy Strasser, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of IncredibleBank
A timely conversation about recruiting and retaining top bank talent in today’s competitive job market with Kim Kirk, COO of Queensborough National Bank & Trust Company and Tommy Marshall,...
40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders in 2022
Our fourth annual 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaders competition highlights the achievements of young community bankers across the nation, who are leading the charge on the future of...
How gamification can be a boon for community banks
Community banks are getting into gamification—and it’s been better for business. Introducing gaming elements into apps and company training tools can result in cost savings, increased customer...
Who were ICBA's Top Lenders of 2022?
Highlighted here are some of last year’s most successful loan producers in the areas of agriculture, commercial and consumer/mortgage lending.
Brad M. Bolton: Community continuation
Community continuation is not about checking a regulatory box; it means putting a name to the people who will be the future of our banks.
Bank branching deregulation harmed small businesses: FDIC paper
Community banks and small businesses were affected disproportionately by U.S. branching deregulation during the 1990s, according to a new research paper released by the FDIC’s Center for Financial...
Online Course Newsletter – May 2026
Online Course Newsletter – May 2026 What’s New On May 11, a new course titled, “Bank Secrecy Act: High Risk Customers” was launched. On May 13, the following courses were updated to reflect the...
ICBA Statement on Executive Order on the Integrity of the U.S. Financial System
ICBA Statement on Executive Order on the Integrity of the U.S. Financial System Washington, D.C. (May 19, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero...
ICBA Statement on Executive Order on Financial Technology Regulation
ICBA Statement on Executive Order on Financial Technology Regulation Washington, D.C. (May 19, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey...
ICBA Applauds House Passage of Bipartisan Housing Bill
ICBA Applauds House Passage of Bipartisan Housing Bill Washington, D.C. (May 20, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) applauded the House of Representatives for today’s...
ICBA Urges OCC to Rescind Approval for Coinbase’s National Trust Charter Following Criminal Lawsuit
ICBA Urges OCC to Rescind Approval for Coinbase’s National Trust Charter Following Criminal Lawsuit Washington, D.C. (May 21, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today...
Fed requests comments on payment account proposal
Fed requests comments on payment account proposal The Federal Reserve Board requested public comment on its proposal to establish a payment account—also known as a "skinny” master account—that...
ICBA opposes Agora’s application for national trust bank charter
ICBA opposes Agora’s application for national trust bank charter ICBA urged the OCC to deny Agora Atlas Corporation’s application for a national trust bank charter for Agora National Trust Bank,...
House passes ROAD to Housing Act with community bank provisions
House passes ROAD to Housing Act with community bank provisions The House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644)—including ICBA-advocated community bank...
Financial Services Industry Outlines Proposed Third-Party Risk Management Reforms to Federal Banking Agencies
Financial Services Industry Outlines Proposed Third-Party Risk Management Reforms to Federal Banking Agencies WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 22, 2026) — The Consumer Bankers Association (CBA), along with...
Building Momentum: Progress on Reg CC, the UCC, and the Fight Against Check Fraud
Building Momentum: Progress on Reg CC, the UCC, and the Fight Against Check Fraud A couple years ago, I wrote that check fraud was emerging as a leading concern for community banks, that combating...
Blog post: Community bank efforts to fight check fraud are paying off
Blog post: Community bank efforts to fight check fraud are paying off ICBA and community banks are making progress in the fight against check fraud through sustained advocacy, strong partnerships,...
Agencies publish resolution plan feedback letters
Agencies publish resolution plan feedback letters The FDIC and Federal Reserve published feedback letters for several resolution plans submitted in July 2025. Background: Resolution plans, also...
Executive order avoids citizenship collection requirements
Executive order avoids citizenship collection requirements President Donald Trump issued an executive order on protecting the U.S. financial system from illicit activity that does not include...
ICBA Expands Preferred Service Provider Relationship with OptimaFI to Offer Growth Solutions
ICBA Expands Preferred Service Provider Relationship with OptimaFI to Offer Growth Solutions Washington, D.C. (May 29, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced...
ICBA, state groups support OCC preemption of Illinois interchange law
ICBA, state groups support OCC preemption of Illinois interchange law ICBA and 43 state banking associations said they support an OCC order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act....
ICBA backs CFPB’s housing affordability efforts
ICBA backs CFPB’s housing affordability efforts ICBA said it supports the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s efforts to implement regulatory changes outlined in the recent executive order...
ICBA, state groups support OCC preemption of Illinois interchange law
ICBA, state groups support OCC preemption of Illinois interchange law ICBA and 43 state banking associations said they support an OCC order preempting the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act....
40 Under 40: 2025's Community Bank Leaders
Our seventh annual 40 Under 40 community bank leaders awards shine a light on inspiring people who take bettering their workplaces to the next level.
Nominations Open for 2026's Best Community Banks to Work For Award
Does your community bank pride itself on being an amazing place to work? Now’s your chance to be recognized as one of ICBA’s Best Community Banks to Work For.