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The ICBA Newsroom collects and centralizes all the NewsWatch Today articles, press releases, Main Street Matters blogs, advocacy letters and other news that impacts community bankers.
Fed's Brainard: Community banks key to CRA modernization
The Federal Reserve relied on ICBA and community bank input in developing its recent advance notice of proposed rulemaking on modernizing Community Reinvestment Act regulations, Fed Governor Lael Brainard told ICBA community bankers.
October 02, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CRA
ICBA to CFPB: Expand 'seasoned' QM plan
ICBA encouraged the CFPB to expand on its proposal to create a new category of "seasoned" qualified mortgages.
October 02, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CFPB
3 banks investing in communities under the CRA
Many community banks invest in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods to make lasting impacts while also getting Community Reinvestment Act, or CRA, credit. This work to aid and rebuild communities is the direct result of the close ties community banks develop with the people they serve. Here’s how three community banks are making powerful investments under the CRA.
October 01, 2020 |
Independent Banker
Advocacy
Why diversity and inclusion matters to regulators
This year, many businesses have prioritized diversity and inclusion. But what are regulatory agencies doing to track and enforce diversity and inclusion (D&I) in the financial industry? Here’s what community banks should consider from a compliance perspective.
October 01, 2020 |
Independent Banker
Compliance
FinCEN warns of cryptocurrency risk
Banks should expect examiners and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network to ask about risk exposure related to virtual currencies, FinCEN Director Kenneth Blanco said.
October 01, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Cybersecurity Technology
Flood insurance extension passes
The Senate passed a short-term spending package that includes a one-year extension of the National Flood Insurance Program.
October 01, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Flood Insurance
ICBA Offers Cybersecurity Tips So Consumers Can Connect Online with Confidence
As Americans venture online in greater numbers to accommodate work, school and shopping, ICBA and the nation’s community banks are offering practical steps during Cybersecurity Awareness Month to help them safeguard sensitive data.
October 01, 2020 |
Press Release
Cybersecurity
ICBA to Participate in 'Sandbox' Project to Improve Mortgage Rules
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued a statement on TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule innovation during today's Montana State University virtual event.
October 01, 2020 |
Press Release
Mortgage Rules
Enlist small businesses in PPP push
ICBA is now calling on community bankers to enlist small-business customers in urging Congress to immediately pass legislation to simplify Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness.
October 01, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness Lending
Bowman: Community banks critical to PPP
Community banks were essential to the success of the Paycheck Protection Program by serving the smallest businesses outside the focus of larger banks, Federal Reserve Governor Michelle "Miki" Bowman said.
October 01, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Crisis Preparedness Lending
ICBA, agency roundtable on homeownership today
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey is scheduled to join top regulators at 3 p.m. (Eastern time) today for a virtual roundtable discussion on homeownership.
October 01, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Housing Finance/GSEs
Comment Letter Regarding DOJ's Bank Merger Competitive Review Guidelines
The competitive landscape of the banking industry has changed substantially since the Bank Merger Competitive Review Guidelines were adopted in 1995. ICBA strongly believes it is appropriate to update the approach to reviewing bank mergers.
September 30, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Too-Big-To-Fail/Systemic Risk
Preserving the Integrity of the Bank Charter: The Community Bank Perspective
Community banks welcome technological innovation, but we must also recognize that technological change underscores the importance of a robust legal framework to ensure consumer protection as well as the safety and soundness of our institutions.
September 29, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Commerce & Banking Payments Fintech Regulation
Virtual BSA/AML Institute in November
With the regulatory agencies committing to tougher and more inclusive BSA/AML exams, Community Banker University is hosting an upcoming BSA/AML Institute.
September 29, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance
PPP loan-forgiveness problems make news
Politico reported on the frustrations of community banks and other lenders with the Paycheck Protection Program's loan-forgiveness process.
September 29, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness
ICBA opposes threshold change on securities filings
ICBA filed a comment letter opposing the SEC's proposal to raise the threshold over which institutional investment managers are required to file quarterly Form 13F reports.
September 29, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
SEC
Hearing on fintech payments framework
While Congress continues to work on another stimulus package, the House Financial Services Committee has a virtual hearing this week on fintech payments.
September 28, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Fintech Regulation
Regulator council backs stricter GSE capital standards
The Financial Stability Oversight Council largely endorsed the Federal Housing Finance Agency's proposal to raise capital requirements on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
September 28, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Lending Mortgage Rules
ICBA to Congress: Simplify PPP forgiveness
ICBA urged Congress to immediately pass stand-alone legislation to simplify Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness to preserve the success of the program.
September 28, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness
ICBA to Congress: Help Small Businesses by Simplifying PPP Forgiveness
ICBA today urged Congress to immediately pass stand-alone legislation to help millions of small businesses by simplifying Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness.
September 25, 2020 |
Press Release
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness Lending
Congress to agencies: Act on PPP asset-threshold impact
ICBA's push for policymakers to address the impact of Paycheck Protection Program loans on regulatory asset thresholds continued making headway.
September 25, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness Lending
ICBA Statement for PPP Hearing 9-25-2020
A simplified forgiveness process is urgently needed to ensure the PPP does not become a quagmire of red tape for lenders and borrowers, distracting them from the hard work of restoring employment growth.
September 25, 2020 |
News
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness Lending
ICBA pressing PPP relief in hearing statement
ICBA today is repeating its call for a simplified Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness process in a statement for a House subcommittee hearing.
September 25, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Advocacy Crisis Preparedness Lending
IRS: Lenders shouldn't report PPP loan forgiveness
The IRS issued guidance clarifying that lenders should not file information returns or furnish payee statements to report the amount of qualifying forgiveness on Paycheck Protection Program loans.
September 25, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FHFA again extends forbearance purchases
The Federal Housing Finance Agency said Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will extend from Sept. 30 to Oct. 31 the deadline on buying qualified loans in forbearance.
September 25, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Federal Housing Finance Agency
ICBA supports FDIC program for third-party compliance
ICBA said it supports an FDIC standard-setting organization and voluntary certification program that would ease the process of vetting and partnering with fintechs and other third parties.
September 23, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Compliance
PPP complexity could limit effectiveness: GAO
The complexity and lack of guidance surrounding Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness could limit the effectiveness of future rounds of the program, the GAO reported.
September 23, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
House passes ICBA-backed minority bank bill
The House passed ICBA-supported legislation that would modify regulatory processes to support Minority Depository Institutions.
September 23, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
MDI
Treasury, IRS lack info on EIP non-filers: GAO
The Treasury Department and IRS lack updated information on how many eligible Economic Impact Payment recipients have yet to receive their funds, the GAO said.
September 23, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Crisis Preparedness Lending
ICBA Response to FDIC Request for Information
ICBA welcomes the opportunity to respond to the FDIC's request for information hat seeks input on whether a standard-setting and voluntary-certification program could support community banks’ efforts in partnering with third parties.
September 22, 2020 |
News
Fintech Regulation
FDIC working on PPP asset-threshold impact: McWilliams
The FDIC is exploring options to address the impact of Paycheck Protection Program loans on regulatory asset thresholds, FDIC Chairman Jelena McWilliams told ICBA.
September 21, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Fed updates FAQs on Main Street Lending Program
The Federal Reserve Board updated its frequently asked questions on the Main Street Lending Program to clarify expectations regarding lender underwriting.
September 21, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Lending
ICBA seeks PPP accounting simplification
ICBA asked the federal banking regulators to allow community banks to recognize Paycheck Protection Program fees as income in their call reports.
September 21, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
New FDIC academic challenge focuses on community banks
The FDIC launched the agency’s first-ever Academic Challenge, which will be focused on the effects of community banks on local economic development.
September 21, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
FDIC
Fed vote today on CRA reform notice
The Federal Reserve Board is scheduled to vote today on an advance notice of proposed rulemaking on Community Reinvestment Act regulation.
September 21, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
CRA
ICBA Statement on Fed Community Reinvestment Act Notice
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey released a statement on today's Federal Reserve advance notice of proposed rulemaking on reforming Community Reinvestment Act regulations.
September 21, 2020 |
Press Release
CRA
Bailey Yeager Joins ICBA as Director of Marketing Strategy and Execution
The Independent Community Bankers of America announced today the hire of Bailey Yeager as director of marketing strategy and execution.
September 16, 2020 |
Press Release
ICBA Statement on CFPB Small-Business Proposal Outline
ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued a statement on today's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau outline of proposals to implement small-business loan data collection and reporting rules.
September 15, 2020 |
Press Release
CFPB Lending
Push continues on next stimulus package
ICBA is calling on community bankers to urge lawmakers to include common-sense policies benefiting local communities in the next economic stimulus package.
September 15, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
Crisis Preparedness
FinCEN issues AML standards for unregulated entities
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network issued a Bank Secrecy Act final rule that requires minimum anti-money-laundering standards for banks without a federal functional regulator.
September 15, 2020 |
ICBA NewsWatch Today
BSA/AML
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