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ICBA and CBAI Support Implementation Delay, Urge Illinois to Repeal Unworkable Interchange Law
2026-06-01 Contactless Payment Washington, D.C. (June 1, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and the Community Bankers Association of Illinois (CBAI) issued the following...
ICBA Statement on Executive Order on Promoting AI Innovation and Security
2026-06-02 ICBA News Washington, D.C. (June 2, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on today’s executive...
ICBA Releases Community Banker Guide on Artificial Intelligence Security Readiness
2026-06-03 ADV_2693A26_AI Readiness Guide_ads_2000 x 1333_02 Washington, D.C. (June 3, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today released a new guide to help community banks...
ICBA, ICBC Commend Colorado Governor for Vetoing Unworkable Interchange Bill
2026-06-04 News Press Release Washington, D.C. (June 4, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and Independent Community Bankers of Colorado (ICBC) today applauded Colorado...
ICBA, ICBC commend Colorado veto of interchange bill
2026-06-05 ICBA and the Independent Community Bankers of Colorado applauded Colorado Governor Jared Polis for vetoing legislation to restrict interchange fees—the second major setback for state...
Regulators report to Congress on community bank relief efforts
Federal banking regulators testified before Congress on their efforts to address excessive regulatory burdens on community banks. CBLR Reform: Testifying at a House Financial Services Committee...
SBA doubles cumulative 7(a), 504 loan limit
2026-06-05 The Small Business Administration recently announced a new rule that will allow eligible borrowers to combine their 7(a) and 504 loans for up to $10 million in SBA-backed financing....
Lack of consumer support and trust in crypto reinforces ICBA calls for policy pause
Crypto Image As policymakers debate several actions on digital assets policy with significant implications for the future of the U.S. financial system, Washington is arriving at an inflection...
Federal agencies issue advisories on immigration status
2026-06-08 The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, prudential banking regulators, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released advisories responding to President Donald Trump’s recent...
ICBA to regulators: AML/CFT rules must be tailored
2026-06-10 ICBA told federal regulators that proposed rules to reform anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism program requirements must be workable, risk-based, and...
ICBA, others: Further capping interchange fees would hurt consumers
ICBA and other groups said in a court filing that further capping the interchange fee cap would not help consumers and would harm the debit card market. Details: In a joint amicus brief submitted...
ICBA Launches Advocacy Campaign to Protect Main Street Communities from Crypto Threat
ICBA Launches Advocacy Campaign to Protect Main Street Communities from Crypto Threat 2026-06-11 AI-Web-Graphic-Dark.png New ad highlights critical role community banks serve across America ...
Senate committee advances Clarity Act digital assets bill
The Senate Banking Committee voted 15-9 to advance the Clarity Act, legislation designed to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets. Key Issue: Throughout the debate, ICBA and...
ICBA campaign on crypto threat generating headlines
2026-06-12 ICBA’s new advocacy campaign to protect local communities from the risks posed by unregulated crypto products is making news following Thursday’s launch. Initial Media Coverage: American...
ICBA, state groups urge stronger Clarity Act stablecoin yield prohibition
ICBA and 44 affiliated state banking associations called on senators to amend the Clarity Act digital assets market structure bill before it is considered on the Senate floor. Call for Stablecoin...
ICBA backs Nacha proposal to include Treasury bureau in ACH registry
2026-06-12 ICBA expressed support for Nacha’s proposal to include the Treasury Department’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service in the ACH Contact Registry. ICBA Comments: In a comment letter, ICBA said:...
Regulators issue final rule on establishing interagency data standards
Federal regulators issued a joint final rule to implement the Financial Data Transparency Act of 2022. About the Rulemaking: The final rule establishes joint data standards for certain collections...
ICBA offers community bank AI perspective at Senate hearing
2026-06-12 ICBA told Congress that community bankers recognize the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence as well as the rising threat of AI-generated fraud and cybersecurity...
FSB proposes policies for responsible bank AI adoption
FSB proposes policies for responsible bank AI adoption 2026-06-12 The Financial Stability Board issued a report proposing a menu of 12 sound practices that financial institutions could apply to...
FDIC’s Hill previews proposed updates to resolution planning, assessments
2026-06-12 FDIC Chairman Travis Hill said his agency’s historical approach to resolution planning for large institutions needs to be fundamentally reexamined. Resolution Proposal: In a speech this...
ICBA launches campaign to protect Main Street from crypto threat
ICBA today is launching a new advocacy campaign to protect local communities and consumers from the risks posed by crypto products that lack regulation and consumer protection. Details:...
ICBA: GENIUS Act rulemaking must not harm lending to local communities
ICBA told the FDIC that its final rule on the GENIUS Act must protect the banking system, prevent regulatory arbitrage, and not accelerate the migration of deposits and lending capacity away from...
ICBA offering community bank AI perspective at Senate hearing
ICBA today is telling Congress that community bankers recognize the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence as well as the rising threat of AI-generated fraud and cybersecurity...
Brian Johnson nominated for CFPB director
President Donald Trump nominated Brian Johnson of Ohio to be Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for a five-year term. About the Nominee: Johnson is an executive at Capital One....
ICBA CRA Solutions Marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with Tips to Help Consumers Fight Financial Exploitation
2026-06-15 Business Small Banking Customer Banks square26 Washington, D.C. (June 15, 2026) — In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, ICBA CRA Solutions and its Senior...
Six community bank successes so far in 2026—and the key advocacy challenges that remain
2026-06-15 US Capitol Building Following last year’s transformative year in community banking advocacy marked by significant tax and regulatory relief, ICBA and community bankers entered 2026...
Barron’s spotlights community bank hallmarks, ICBA’s credit union campaign
2026-06-15 ICBA highlighted the positive role of community banks in local communities in contrast to large credit unions in a new article in Barron’s on what it means to be a community bank....
FinCEN issues updated guidance on fraud-related info sharing
FinCEN issues updated guidance on fraud-related info sharing 2026-06-15 The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network released updated guidance to clarify how financial institutions can share...
ICBA seeks clarifications in Treasury rule restricting federal use of paper checks
2026-06-15 ICBA said it supports the overall objectives of a Treasury Department proposed rule to reduce the federal government’s use of paper checks while requesting clarifications. Details: In a...
OCC proposes info collection under GENIUS Act
The OCC proposed a new information collection that would include weekly and quarterly reporting forms for permitted payment stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act. Background: The OCC in March...
Six community bank advocacy successes of 2026—and key challenges that remain
A new blog post from ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey spotlights six key advocacy successes of the first six months of the year and the key challenges that require continued engagement....
As Senate works to take up housing bill, ICBA continues urging grassroots outreach
2026-06-16 With the Senate working to take up housing legislation this week, ICBA is calling on community bankers to continue urging their senators to include House-passed community banking...
ICBA recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
ICBA recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026-06-16 ICBA recognized World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by noting ICBA CRA Solutions and its Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation are...
Congress reaches housing deal with ICBA-advocated community bank relief provisions
2026-06-17 House and Senate leaders announced a deal on bicameral housing legislation that includes ICBA-advocated community banking provisions and began advancing the measure last night. Deal...
OCC revises its minority depository institution definition
OCC revises its minority depository institution definition 2026-06-17 The OCC revised its definition of minority depository institutions and updated several related policies. Details: The OCC said...
FHFA requests authority to take on mortgage market fraud
2026-06-17 The Federal Housing Finance Agency asked Congress for expanded authority to take on fraud in the housing finance market. Background: In its latest report to Congress, the FHFA noted it...
New article shares AI success stories
New article shares AI success stories 2026-06-17 A new article from ICBA showcases community bank efforts to successfully integrate artificial intelligence into their operations. Details: In the...
Ahead of Senate vote, ICBA urges passage of reg relief bill
Ahead of Senate vote, ICBA urges passage of reg relief bill 2026-06-18 After House and Senate leaders this week announced a deal on bicameral housing legislation that includes ICBA-advocated...
CFPB rescinds Reg B advisory
2026-06-18 The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rescinded an advisory on special-purpose credit programs, or SPCPs, saying it conflicts with a final rule published earlier this year. Details:...
OCC explains filing decision process
2026-06-18 The OCC clarified the standards for its decisions on filings. Details: In a bulletin, the OCC said: Its filing decisions are governed by 12 CFR 5.13, a regulation that says the OCC may...