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Your Director Training, On Your Schedule
Your Director Training, On Your Schedule 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....
Agencies issue revised model risk management guidance
Agencies issue revised model risk management guidance The FDIC, OCC, and Federal Reserve issued revised model risk management guidance that clarifies that model risk management should be tailored...
Fed’s Waller: Mideast conflict influences rate decisions
Fed’s Waller: Mideast conflict influences rate decisions Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said how the conflict in Iran evolves will have a major influence on the path of monetary...
ICBA Commends House Financial Services Committee for Advancing 1071 Relief for Community Banks
ICBA Commends House Financial Services Committee for Advancing 1071 Relief for Community Banks Washington, D.C. (April 21, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO...
Fannie, Freddie, FHA to accept new credit score options
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....
Rep. Meuser to speak at Capital Summit next week
Rep. Meuser to speak at Capital Summit next week House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Dan Meuser (R-Pa.) is scheduled to speak during next week’s ICBA Capital Summit in...
Online Course Newsletter: April 2026
Online Course Newsletter: April 2026 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:...
ICBA Commends Final Rule to Lower Community Bank Leverage Ratio
ICBA Commends Final Rule to Lower Community Bank Leverage Ratio Washington, D.C. (April 24, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the...
OCC proposes streamlining several regulations
OCC proposes streamlining several regulations The OCC issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to streamline regulations concerning public welfare investments, open market collateralized loan...
Treasury announces Form 990 initiative
Treasury announces Form 990 initiative The Treasury Department announced that the IRS plans to revise the Form 990 to improve transparency related to tax-exempt organizations. Details: Treasury...
OCC announces actions preempting Illinois interchange law
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...
ICBA applauds lowering of Community Bank Leverage Ratio
ICBA applauds lowering of Community Bank Leverage Ratio ICBA commended federal regulators for issuing a final rule to lower the Community Bank Leverage Ratio, as ICBA has long advocated. Details:...
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
New Polling Shows Dominant Support for Community Banks Amid Debate Over Digital Assets Washington, D.C. (April 28, 2026) — With community bankers gathering in Washington this week for the...
ICBA Capital Summit kicks off in Washington
ICBA Capital Summit kicks off in Washington The ICBA Capital Summit is bringing community bankers from across the country to Washington today through Friday. Details: The ICBA Capital Summit...
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
New Polling Shows Public Support for Community Bank Policy Priorities Washington, D.C. (April 29, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today is kicking off the 2026 ICBA...
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
Strong Tech Provider Relationships, Faster Growth for Community Banks SPONSORED | Sustainable growth depends on more than technology - it relies on strong relationships with your banking technology...
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.
Challenge the Process: Community Bank Leadership
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.
Fraud Prevention: How ICBA Supports Community Banks
Discover how ICBA is addressing financial fraud with advocacy, resources, and legislative support. Learn how community banks can combat evolving fraud threats and protect their customers.
Online-Only Bank ZYNLO Drives Growth for PeoplesBank
Discover how PeoplesBank leverages Zynlo Bank to drive digital growth, attract younger demographics, and innovate with banking as a service (BaaS) solutions.
Casual for a Cause: Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Employee Donated $21K to New England Nonprofits
Discover how Bar Harbor Bank & Trust employees donated over $21,000 to local New England nonprofits through the Casual for a Cause charitable giving program.
Timberline Bank Hosts No Shave November Challenge
Employees and customers at Timberline Bank in Grand Junction, Colorado participate in the No Shave November challenge each year to raise money for local mens' health initiatives.
How Community Banker Jordan Nelson Became the Voice of Rodeo for North Dakota
North Dakota banker Jordan Nelson is a rodeo color commentator.
Mitigating Check Fraud in Community Banks
Check fraud costs $21 billion annually. Help your community bank combat check fraud with ICBA's Check Fraud Resource Center, solutions directory and shared peer insights
Proactive Fraud Prevention for Community Banks
Learn how community banks proactively combat fraud through information sharing. Discover ICBA Community resources to empower your bank and protect customers.
Three Questions to Ask About Moving Deposits Off Balance Sheet
Three Questions to Ask About Moving Deposits Off Balance Sheet SPONSORED | Deposit networks are far more than just funding tools. They can also offer flexible liquidity management - including the...
Why Layered Detection is the Answer to Check Fraud
Why Layered Detection is the Answer to Check Fraud SPONSORED | Check fraud is both a risk and an operational burden. Community banks need earlier verification to reduce manual review, improve...
Another Credit Union Acquisition Puts Tax Fairness Front and Center in This Week’s Congressional Meetings
Another Credit Union Acquisition Puts Tax Fairness Front and Center in This Week’s Congressional Meetings Washington, D.C. (April 29, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)...
ICBA Statement on CFPB’s Final Rule to Implement Section 1071 Small-Business Reporting Requirements
ICBA Statement on CFPB’s Final Rule to Implement Section 1071 Small-Business Reporting Requirements Washington, D.C. (April 30, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and...
Onerous CFPB 1071 Rule Needs to Go. New ICBA-Advocated Bill Would Scrap 1071 to Support Small-Business Lending
Onerous CFPB 1071 Rule Needs to Go. New ICBA-Advocated Bill Would Scrap 1071 to Support Small-Business Lending Washington, D.C. (Feb. 5, 2025) — The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA)...
ICBA Congratulates House on Passage of Farm Bill
ICBA Congratulates House on Passage of Farm Bill Washington, D.C. (April 30, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following...
CFPB publishes 1071 final rule with key community bank exemptions
CFPB publishes 1071 final rule with key community bank exemptions The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau published a final rule to implement Section 1071 small-business reporting requirements...
Congressional leaders back tiered regulation at ICBA Capital Summit
Congressional leaders back tiered regulation at ICBA Capital Summit Congressional leaders addressing attendees at this week’s 2026 ICBA Capital Summit spotlighted their efforts to advance...
ICBA urges CFTC to ban prediction market speculation on banks
ICBA urges CFTC to ban prediction market speculation on banks ICBA urged the Commodities Futures Trading Commission to prohibit prediction market speculation on a bank’s survivability. Details: In...
CISA issues agentic AI guidance
CISA issues agentic AI guidance The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and partners released guidance for organizations adopting agentic artificial intelligence systems. Details: CISA...
ICBA offers to work with USPS on mail theft, check fraud issues
ICBA offers to work with USPS on mail theft, check fraud issues ICBA said mail theft and check washing schemes remain a persistent challenge for community banks across the country and offered to...
ICBA urges OCC to strengthen GENIUS Act safeguards on stablecoin risks
ICBA urges OCC to strengthen GENIUS Act safeguards on stablecoin risks ICBA urged the OCC to strengthen its proposed GENIUS Act rules to protect against the risks stablecoins pose to community bank...
Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language
Banking Trades Statement on Crypto Market Structure Yield Language Washington, D.C. (May 4, 2026) — Following the release of proposed language on stablecoin yield in the Clarity Act, the American...
Romero Rainey Makes Fifth Consecutive Appearance on Washingtonian’s 500 Most Influential People List
Romero Rainey Makes Fifth Consecutive Appearance on Washingtonian’s 500 Most Influential People List Washington, D.C. (May 5, 2026) — Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and...
Amid Flurry of Policy Developments on Stablecoins, Master Accounts, and National Trust Charters, ICBA Urges a Pause
Amid Flurry of Policy Developments on Stablecoins, Master Accounts, and National Trust Charters, ICBA Urges a Pause ICBA has been a leading voice in crypto policy for years, and our dedicated...
ICBA Names New ThinkTECH Accelerator Cohort to Help Community Banks Tackle Innovation Priorities
ICBA Names New ThinkTECH Accelerator Cohort to Help Community Banks Tackle Innovation Priorities Washington, D.C. (May 6, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today...
Banking Trade Groups Urge Senate Banking Leaders to Strengthen Stablecoin Yield Guardrails to Prevent Deposit Flight
Banking Trade Groups Urge Senate Banking Leaders to Strengthen Stablecoin Yield Guardrails to Prevent Deposit Flight Washington (May 8, 2026) — A coalition of financial trade associations...
House to vote on three ICBA-supported regulatory relief bills this week
House to vote on three ICBA-supported regulatory relief bills this week Three ICBA-backed regulatory relief bills are expected to receive individual votes on the House floor this week. Details: The...
Ahead of markup, ICBA and other groups urge senators to rework stablecoin yield language
Ahead of markup, ICBA and other groups urge senators to rework stablecoin yield language Ahead of a possible markup of digital assets market structure legislation this week, ICBA and other groups...
Fed's Financial Stability Report highlights key risks
Fed's Financial Stability Report highlights key risks Asset valuation pressures, borrowing by businesses and households, financial-sector leverage, and funding risks are the primary vulnerabilities...
ICBA Raises Concerns Over Kraken Pursuit of National Trust Charter
ICBA Raises Concerns Over Kraken Pursuit of National Trust Charter Washington, D.C. (May 11, 2026) — The Independent Community Bankers of America® today expressed strong concern after crypto...
First International Bank & Trust Welcomes Danielle Smith, Learning & Development Lending Instructor
First International Bank & Trust Welcomes Danielle Smith, Learning & Development Lending Instructor FARGO, ND – First International Bank & Trust (FIB&T) is proud to welcome Danielle Smith as the ...
ICBA-Backed Escrow Relief Bill Gets Hearing
ICBA-Backed Escrow Relief Bill Gets Hearing The House Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit took up ICBA-supported legislation to provide needed regulatory relief for mortgage...
Huron Community Bank - Community Service Project
Huron Community Bank - Community Service Project This year Huron Community Bank employees painted the animal characters at the playground in Gateway Park – Tawas City. Huron Community Bank is a...
The Hartford Courant Names Chelsea Groton Bank a Winner of the Greater Hartford 2017 Top Workplaces Award
The Hartford Courant Names Chelsea Groton Bank a Winner of the Greater Hartford 2017 Top Workplaces Award GROTON, Conn. – Chelsea Groton Bank has been awarded a 2017 Top Workplaces honor by The...