America’s Credit Unions Press Archives

Five CUNA-backed bills for regulatory relief approved by U.S. House

WASHINGTON, DC (April 13, 2015) -- Five CUNA-supported bills that would bring regulatory relief to credit unions passed the U.S. House of Representatives today. “I thank Speaker Boehner and Leader Pelosi for bringing these much needed pieces of legislation to the House floor,” said ...

CUNA celebrates Credit Union Miracle Day Family of Races

CUNA sponsors Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten-Mile Run for 14th consecutive year WASHINGTON, DC (April 10, 2015) – For the 14th consecutive year CUNA is sponsoring the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten-Mile Run held on Sunday, April 12, the first of four events that represents the ...

Credit union collectors to address emerging collections issues in Seattle

MADISON, WI (April 9, 2015) – This fall, credit union collectors will learn to tackle a variety of collections issues and how to effectively manage bankruptcy cases at CUNA Collections & Bankruptcy School in Seattle, September 28-October 1, 2015. “Since beginning my credit union career, I ...

CUNA, the Foundation celebrate National Financial Literacy Month

WASHINGTON, DC (April 1, 2015) -- National Financial Literacy Month and National Credit Union Youth Month in April marks a time for credit unions to make it a priority to talk with their members – particularly youth – about the importance of financial literacy while teaching all ...

New credit union fee data available in CUNA Fees Report

MADISON, WI (March 31, 2015) – CUNA released today its latest data on credit union fees today in the 2015-2016 CUNA Fees Report. “Setting fees is a critical task that affects sustainability for credit unions,” shared Jon Haller, Director of Corporate and Market Research at CUNA. “...

Nussle statement on Senator Harry Reid’s retirement

WASHINGTON, DC (March 27, 2015) -- CUNA President and CEO Jim Nussle released the following statement following Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid’s decision to not seek re-election next year: “Senator Reid has a long history of credit union support throughout his career. On behalf ...

Nine CUNA-back bills approved by House Financial Services Committee

WASHINGTON, DC (March 26, 2015) -- Nine regulatory relief bills supported by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) were approved by the House Financial Services Committee today. “These bills are a step in the right direction toward removing barriers and allowing credit unions to efficiently ...

CUNA to offer Phoenix certification program for volunteer leaders

MADISON, WI (March 23, 2015) -- CUNA is offering credit union volunteers an opportunity to elevate their credentials and become Certified Credit Union Volunteer (CCUV) designees at CUNA Volunteer Certification School in Phoenix, October 11-16, 2015. “CUNA Volunteer Certification School is ideal for new volunteers ...

Ascensus Inc. and CUNA to share IRA best practices through upcoming eSchools

MADISON, WI (March 19, 2015) -- The upcoming CUNA IRA Essentials eSchool and the new CUNA IRA Beyond Essentials eSchool will share IRA best practices with credit union professionals. “Retirement savings are incredibly important to credit union members. By partnering with Ascensus, the largest independent ...

CUNA-backed bill for examination fairness reintroduced

WASHINGTON, DC (March 18, 2015) -- Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) reintroduced the Exam Fairness Bill (S. 774), CUNA-backed legislation that would enhance safety and soundness by increasing the consistency and fairness of the regulatory examination system. “This is a needed step ...

CUNA-backed bill would bring residential loan parity

WASHINGTON, DC (March 18, 2015) -- Representative Ed Royce (R-CA) reintroduced the CUNA-supported Credit Union Residential Loan Parity Act today. Under current law, when a bank makes a loan to purchase a 1-4 unit non-owner occupied residential dwelling, the loan is classified as a residential ...

2015 CUNA Experience Learning Live! advisory committee selected

MADISON, WI (March 18, 2015) -- CUNA has selected five outstanding credit union professionals to serve on the 2015 CUNA Experience Learning Live! advisory committee. The committee is charged with securing the top industry speakers, producing timely and relevant sessions, organizing networking events and creating ...

CUNA: Weak link in the payment system leads to data breaches

WASHINGTON, DC (March 17, 2015) -- The Credit Union National Association (CUNA) urged Congress to enact meaningful data security legislation in advance of tomorrow’s Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing on the Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. CUNA is calling for legislation ...