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ICBA to Agencies: Ensure Latest Regulatory Review Has Meaningful Impact on Community Bank Regulation
ICBA today called on federal regulators to take meaningful action to address excessive regulatory burdens on community banks under the agencies’ latest review under the Economic Growth and...
Agencies issue community bank guide on third-party relationships
The federal banking regulators released a guide for community banks on managing risk in third-party relationships.
Fed proposes expanding large-value payments service operations
The Federal Reserve Board requested comment on a proposal to expand the operating days of the Federal Reserve Banks' two large-value payments services.
Fed’s Bowman expects ongoing inflation
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said she expects inflation to remain elevated for “some time.”
FHFA reports rise in single-family guarantee fees
The Federal Housing Finance Agency said the average single-family guarantee fee increased by 4 basis points to 61 basis points in 2022.
ICBA’s Rebeca Romero Rainey and Anne Balcer Named as Washingtonian’s Most Influential People
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey and ICBA Senior Executive Vice President, Chief of Government Relations and Public Policy Anne Balcer were named to Washingtonian magazine’s 500 Most...
ICBA: Latest credit union acquisition shows need for congressional response
Following the latest acquisition of a community bank by a tax-exempt credit union, ICBA issued a national news release calling on Congress to respond.
Colorado senators strip provision permitting credit union acquisitions
Colorado lawmakers blocked a community bank-opposed legislative provision that would permit credit union acquisitions of the state’s banks.
Rep. Hill thanks community bankers for advocacy at Capital Summit
At the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit, Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) commended community bankers for their efforts to challenge misguided regulatory initiatives in support of local communities.
Tennessee enacts law barring credit union bank acquisitions
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee recently signed state legislation clarifying that the state’s banks may only be acquired by FDIC-insured institutions.
‘Bank of Dave’ community banker advocates proportional regulation
The U.K. community banker who inspired the Netflix hit “Bank of Dave” pledged to work with ICBA and U.S. community banks in support of proportional regulation.
ICBA discusses top issues with FDIC, CFPB heads
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey held a fireside chat with the heads of the FDIC and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington.
FHFA releases fair lending final rule
The Federal Housing Finance Agency released a final rule to codify fair lending and fair housing standards.
Romero Rainey touts decentralized banking system in new op-ed
In a new op-ed pushing back against claims that the United States has too many banks, ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey touted the importance of community banks to local communities and...
Founder of world’s largest crypto exchange sentenced to prison
The founder of the world’s largest crypto exchange was sentenced to four months in prison after pleading guilty to Bank Secrecy Act, money-transmitting, and sanctions violations.
Romero Rainey thanks community bank advocates
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey welcomed a record number of community bankers and first-time attendees to this year’s ICBA Capital Summit.
With Capital Summit underway, ICBA releases new polling on policy priorities
ICBA today is kicking off the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington with the release of new polling data showing Americans support community banker views on the pressing issues attendees will be...
FDIC names new Advisory Committee on Community Banking members
The FDIC on Friday named five new members to its Advisory Committee on Community Banking.
ICBA urges grassroots action
With the ICBA Capital Summit set for next week, ICBA is calling on community bankers across the nation to send messages to their members of Congress on the issues that will be discussed during...
With Deposit Insurance Fund Growth Ahead of Schedule, ICBA Supports Cutting Community Bank Assessments
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on community bank deposit insurance assessments.
ICBA Shares Stifel Statement on Importance of Community Banks
The Independent Community Bankers of America issued the following statement. "While a recent unfortunate headline took comments out of context, we have considered the subsequent feedback and...
ICBA supports cutting community bank assessments amid DIF growth
After the FDIC said the Deposit Insurance Fund reserve ratio is on track to reach the statutory minimum ahead of schedule, ICBA expressed strong support for proposals from the agency’s leaders to...
ICBA lays out legislative priorities ahead of Capital Summit
ICBA released its legislative and regulatory policy objectives for 2024 ahead of next week’s ICBA Capital Summit.
ICBA Releases 2024 Community Banking Policy Resolutions
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today released its legislative and regulatory policy objectives for 2024 ahead of the ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for April 28-May 1.
Colorado groups oppose bill enabling credit union acquisitions
A new op-ed from Colorado community banking representatives raises concerns over acquisitions of tax-paying community banks by tax-exempt credit unions.
FTC finalizes rule barring noncompete agreements
The Federal Trade Commission issued an ICBA-opposed final rule prohibiting companies from enforcing noncompete agreements.
As Community Bankers Gather in Washington, New Polling Shows Public Support for Policy Priorities
ICBA today is kicking off the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit in Washington with the release of new polling data showing Americans support community banker views on the pressing issues attendees will be...
ICBA pushing grassroots ahead of next week’s Capital Summit
With the ICBA Capital Summit set for next week, ICBA is calling on community bankers across the nation to send messages to their members of Congress on the issues that will be discussed during...
Labor Department finalizes ICBA-opposed overtime rule
The Labor Department issued a final rule to increase the number of employees who are entitled to overtime compensation.
FDIC board meeting on Change in Bank Control Act
The FDIC board of directors is scheduled to meet tomorrow morning to discuss proposals related to the Change in Bank Control Act of 1978.
Deadline today: Capital Summit online registration
Today is the online registration deadline for the 2024 ICBA Capital Summit, the industry’s premier advocacy event.
ICBA whitepaper explores trends in fair lending and redlining practices
A new ICBA whitepaper provides an in-depth look at current trends in fair lending and the scrutiny of redlining practices.
ICBA: grassroots advocacy needed ahead of Capital Summit
As hundreds of community bankers prepare to attend ICBA Capital Summit, which kicks off on Sunday, May 28, ICBA is urging community banks to show support by sending this letter to their members of...
ICBA, IBAT meet with CFPB on 1033 concerns
ICBA and Independent Bankers Association of Texas community bankers and staff met with Consumer Financial Protection Bureau officials to express concerns with the bureau’s pending 1033 rule on...
FinCEN urges institutions to remain vigilant to environmental crimes
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network reminded financial institutions to remain vigilant in identifying and reporting suspicious activity related to environmental crimes.
ICBA PAC schedules 19th Annual Golf Classic
ICBA PAC is hosting its 19th Annual Golf Classic on June 17 at the Minneapolis Golf Club in St. Louis Park, Minn.
FinCEN: $27B in elder financial exploitation reported by financial institutions
Financial institutions reported $27 billion in suspicious activities linked to elder financial exploitation from 2022 to 2023, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
Fed's Financial Stability Report highlights key risks
Persistent inflation and tighter monetary policy are the primary risks to the U.S. financial system, according to the Federal Reserve’s semiannual Financial Stability Report.
FHFA seeks comment on proposed GSE offerings
The Federal Housing Finance Agency is seeking feedback on proposed new product offerings from Freddie Mac.
House Financial Services Committee passes resolutions nullifying climate disclosure and credit card late fee rules
The House Financial Services Committee advanced two ICBA-supported Congressional Review Act resolutions, to the full House for consideration. H.J. Res. 127 and H.J. Res. 122, both passed by a 28-22...