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ICBA Capital Summit Brings Community Bankers to Washington to Meet with Lawmakers and Drive Policy Action
Capital Summit The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) will host hundreds of community bankers during the 2026 ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for April 29 - May 1 at the Grand Hyatt...
ICBA’s Scanlan joins CFTC ag committee
ICBA Senior Vice President of Agriculture and Rural Policy Mark Scanlan was named as a member of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Agricultural Advisory Committee. About the Committee: The...
ICBA, groups urge SEC to rescind cyber incident rule
2026-04-13 ICBA and other groups called on the Securities and Exchange Commission to rescind its cybersecurity risk management governance and incident disclosure requirements. Details: In a joint...
FDIC rescinds guidance update on re-presentment fees
The FDIC rescinded its June 2023 guidance on how banks assess fees on items that are repeatedly rejected for insufficient funds. Background: Some financial institutions charge multiple...
Administration releases withheld CDFI funds
2026-04-13 The Trump administration has begun releasing 2025 funding for the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund that had been held up since it was appropriated by Congress. Funding...
ICBA to Congress: Ensure Digital Assets Legislation Bars Interest on Payment Stablecoins to Avoid Harming Local Economies
2026-04-13 Crypto Main Image Washington, D.C. (April 13, 2026) — As Congress looks to advance digital asset market structure legislation, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today...
Regulators to host forum next month on bank capital proposals
2026-04-15 The FDIC, Federal Reserve, and OCC will host an Ask the Regulators event next month to discuss recent proposals to revise bank capital requirements. Details: At 2 p.m. (Eastern time)...
ICBA ensures community bank perspective is represented in AI security discussions
Amid ongoing developments regarding artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, ICBA is working with relevant vendors and organizations to ensure community banker perspectives are considered....
How Learning to Talk to AI Made Me a Better Communicator with People
2026-04-15 There's a moment most leaders know all too well. You ask someone on your team to do something. They go off and do it. And what comes back is... not what you had in mind. So you're...
ICBA Opens 2026 Compensation & Benefits Survey to Community Banks Nationwide
2026-04-15 ICBA Compensation & Benefits Report.png ICBA invites community banks across the country to participate in the 2026 ICBA Compensation & Benefits Survey, the only national...
Meet the Innovators – A Q&A with ICBA ThinkTech Alumni
2026-04-15 Community banks thrive when innovation is built for them, not around them. That’s the purpose of the ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator—pairing early‑stage fintechs with community bankers to...
Staying Power: Fed’s balance sheet has some duration, for better or worse
2026-04-15 It appears that, assuming the nominee for the next federal reserve chairman is confirmed by the Senate, he is going to have to roll up his sleeves to achieve some of his monetary policy...
Your Director Training, On Your Schedule
2026-04-15 Don’t forget! As a subscriber to ICBA’s Bank Director Program, you have access to 22 online courses designed to meet core director training requirements. These short, practical modules...
Agencies issue revised model risk management guidance
Agencies issue revised model risk management guidance 2026-04-20 The FDIC, OCC, and Federal Reserve issued revised model risk management guidance that clarifies that model risk management should be...
Fed’s Waller: Mideast conflict influences rate decisions
2026-04-20 Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said how the conflict in Iran evolves will have a major influence on the path of monetary policy. Details: Speaking in Alabama, Waller said:...
ICBA Commends House Financial Services Committee for Advancing 1071 Relief for Community Banks
ICBA Innovation Washington, D.C. (April 21, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on the House Financial...
Fannie, Freddie, FHA to accept new credit score options
The Federal Housing Administration announced that it, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac are implementing new credit score models for mortgages. Details: The Federal Housing Administration and U.S....
Rep. Meuser to speak at Capital Summit next week
2026-04-23 House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Dan Meuser (R-Pa.) is scheduled to speak during next week’s ICBA Capital Summit in Washington. Special Guests: Scheduled to...
Online Course Newsletter: April 2026
2026-04-24 What’s New On April 7, the course titled, “Understanding UDAAP” was changed to “UDAAP: Overview On April 7, the following new courses were launched: UDAAP: Abusive Acts or Practices...
ICBA Commends Final Rule to Lower Community Bank Leverage Ratio
2026-04-24 MISC_parent_15_image branded Washington, D.C. (April 24, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on...
OCC proposes streamlining several regulations
The OCC issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to streamline regulations concerning public welfare investments, open market collateralized loan obligations, and federal savings association...
Treasury announces Form 990 initiative
2026-04-27 The Treasury Department announced that the IRS plans to revise the Form 990 to improve transparency related to tax-exempt organizations. Details: Treasury said: The initiative will...
OCC announces actions preempting Illinois interchange law
The OCC issued an interim final rule and interim final order clarifying longstanding powers under federal law for national banks to charge certain fees, preempting a pending Illinois law that...
ICBA applauds lowering of Community Bank Leverage Ratio
2026-04-27 ICBA commended federal regulators for issuing a final rule to lower the Community Bank Leverage Ratio, as ICBA has long advocated. Details: In a national news release, ICBA President and...
Evolving Financial Fraud Threats and Prevention Strategies for Community Banks
Learn how community banks are fighting financial fraud in 2026. Explore key threats like card fraud and check fraud, and discover expert prevention tools.
Lessons From Longtime Community Bank Board Members
Discover the core responsibilities of community bank board members, including regulatory compliance, technology adoption, and strategic succession planning.
Why Community Banks Renovate: 3 Branch Remodel Case Studies
Learn how three community banks navigated branch renovations to enhance customer experience, improve weather resilience, and drive local economic prosperity.
New Polling Shows Dominant Support for Community Banks Amid Debate Over Digital Assets
2026-04-28 Bitcoin Crypto Dogecoin Washington, D.C. (April 28, 2026) — With community bankers gathering in Washington this week for the Independent Community Bankers of America’s 2026 ICBA Capital...
ICBA Capital Summit kicks off in Washington
2026-04-29 The ICBA Capital Summit is bringing community bankers from across the country to Washington today through Friday. Details: The ICBA Capital Summit empowers community bankers to make...
Poll: In digital assets debate, community bank support dominates
Poll: In digital assets debate, community bank support dominates Heading into this week’s ICBA Capital Summit, new polling data show that Americans support community banks and want to ensure the...
New Polling Shows Public Support for Community Bank Policy Priorities
Capital Summit Washington, D.C. (April 29, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today is kicking off the 2026 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington with the release of new...
Prevent Trojan Horse Attacks at Community Banks
Protect your community bank from third-party vendor cyber risks. Learn how to prevent Trojan horse attacks, assess security and empower your team.
Level Up Fraud Mitigation for Community Banks
Discover how community banks use advanced fraud mitigation strategies and proactive AI solutions to defend against evolving analog and digital threats.
Top Legal Risks Facing Community Banks
Navigate the biggest legal risks facing community banks. Learn how to manage overdraft fees, Reg E compliance and cyber threats to empower your bank against lawsuits.
Strong Tech Provider Relationships, Faster Growth for Community Banks
Jack_Henry_Sponsored 2026-05-01 JH-BRAND-ADV-ICBA-May2026-Image-2000x1250.jpg The Power of a Strong Tech Provider Relationship Community banks face mounting pressure to deliver exceptional...
Community Bank Small Business Credit Card Programs
Learn how community banks can leverage in-house or partner small business credit card programs to drive growth.
Lindsay LaNore: Community Bank Leaders Should Challenge the Process
Empower your community bank by challenging the status quo. Discover how leaders can embrace innovation, improve efficiency, and drive positive change.
AI in ATMs: Risks & Rewards for Community Banks
Discover how community banks leverage AI in ATMs to prevent hardware failures, enhance the digital customer experience, and mitigate security risks effectively.
Strategies for Helping Business Borrowers in Distress
Learn how community banks can identify early warning signs of financial distress and empower borrowers through loan restructuring and proactive communication.
ICBA's New Endorsed Broker-Dealer: The Baker Group
Meet ICBA Securities' new endorsed broker-dealer, The Baker Group. Discover how they empower community banks through investment portfolio management.