Financial regulations

Credit unions to pay $1.5B to bolster NCUA’s deposit insurance fund

09/17/20

A historic influx of deposits has brought the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund’s equity ratio close to the point where premiums would be required, but the regulator’s plan is intended to boost it.

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Fed to pitch CRA revamp of its own as regulators chart different paths

09/17/20

The Federal Reserve Board will discuss an advance notice of proposed rulemaking on the Community Reinvestment Act at an open meeting. The central bank had previously declined to support an OCC rule overhauling the 1977 law.

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NCUA diversity chief touts agency’s inclusion efforts before Congress

09/08/20

In congressional testimony, the director of the credit union regulator's Office of Minority and Women Inclusion outlined steps the agency is taking to increase diversity at the agency.

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Industry groups call on NCUA to refine virtual examination process

09/03/20

With on-site supervision off the table indefinitely, various credit union trade associations have suggested how NCUA could improve remote exams, including issues related to exam timelines and cybersecurity.

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How NCUA is working to protect credit union members

08/27/20

A commitment to consumer financial protection "goes hand-in-hand" with the regulator's safety and soundness mission.

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What is Mark McWatters’ legacy at NCUA?

08/25/20

The former chairman of the National Credit Union Administration served at the agency during a crucial time for regulatory reform and credit union growth, though his tenure also had its share of scandals.

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CFPB seeks comment on impact of credit card rules

08/25/20

The agency solicited input on the effects of the CARD Act regulations as part of a statutory requirement that the bureau review policies 10 years after they are implemented.

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Labor Dept. plan to replace fiduciary rule catches flak from all sides

08/12/20

Banks and other financial firms say the proposal to reverse restrictions on investment advisers does not go far enough. Meanwhile, investor advocates say it would loosen necessary protections.

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Bipartisan bill aims to offer savings accounts for down payments

08/06/20

The American Dream Down Payment Act would let states establish and manage accounts, which would be similar in structure to 529 college savings plans.

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Nobody likes credit union regulator’s debt plan

07/27/20

A proposal to expand credit unions’ access to subordinated debt drew plenty of fire from bankers, but there are also concerns the regulation could be problematic for the institutions it aims to help.

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