ICBA remembers Bill Rosacker

Jan 15, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Former ICBA Executive Committee Member William Rosacker died in Shakopee, Minn., on Jan. 12 at the age of 80. Rosacker had a 51-year career in banking and was president of United Bankers’ Bank in Bloomington from 1985 to 2019.

CFPB withdraws ICBA-opposed proposal on non-sufficient-funds fees

Jan 15, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau withdrew its proposed rule to restrict the use of non-sufficient-funds fees, as advocated by ICBA.

Agencies issue joint statement on California wildfires

Jan 15, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Federal banking regulators and the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation released an interagency statement on supervisory practices for financial institutions in areas of California affected by wildfires and straight-line winds.

ICBA polling shows Americans support community bank policy priorities

Jan 14, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA today is releasing new polling data showing Americans support the community bank policy priorities laid out in ICBA’s new “Repair, Reform, and Thrive” plan.

FDIC announces relief for California banks

Jan 14, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The FDIC announced regulatory relief to facilitate recovery in areas of California affected by wildfires and straight-line winds.

Registration open for ICBA Capital Summit

Jan 14, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Registration is now open for ICBA Capital Summit, scheduled for May 12-15 in Washington, D.C.

ICBA Dividend Program Nears $85 Million Distributed Since Inception

Jan 13, 2025 | Press Release
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today announced that the Travelers ICBA insurance program will distribute its 23rd consecutive dividend to participants in the Policyholder Safety Group Dividend plan, bringing the total amount distributed since the program’s inception to nearly $85 million.

'40 Under 40' nominations open

Jan 13, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Independent Banker magazine recently opened nominations for its 2025 “40 Under 40: Community Bank Leaders” awards.

FDIC’s Hill: ‘Crushing’ compliance costs hurt community banks

Jan 13, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Overzealous and misguided supervision contributes to crushing compliance costs for community banks, according to FDIC Vice Chairman Travis Hill.

CFPB proposes to expand EFTA coverage to digital assets, video games

Jan 13, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposed an interpretive rule on how Regulation E and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act apply to emerging payment mechanisms, such as stablecoins and digital assets that operate as a medium of exchange or pay for goods and services.

Independent Banker: Top CEO challenge is growing deposits

Jan 10, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
More than half of community bank executives say their biggest challenge in 2025 is growing deposits, according to the latest Independent Banker magazine.

House panel names vice chair, subcommittee chairs

Jan 10, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (R-Ark.) announced the panel’s vice chairman, subcommittees chairs, vice chair for communications, and committee whip for the 119th Congress.

Fed’s Bowman urges tailored community bank regulations

Jan 10, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
Regulators should support the banking system with a more pragmatic approach, including tailoring regulations to the size of the bank, Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman said.

ICBA Names Peter Nelson Senior Executive Vice President of Member Engagement

Jan 9, 2025 | Press Release
The Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) today announced Peter Nelson as senior executive vice president of member engagement. Nelson will assume his new duties on Feb. 10 and will lead ICBA’s efforts to enhance the overall member experience.

ICBA Foundation delivers $180,000 in hurricane disaster relief

Jan 9, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program announced it has collected and disbursed $180,000 to assist community banks and their employees affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton, including a $25,000 matching contribution from ICBA.

Romero Rainey: With historic opportunity, ICBA pushing for meaningful change

Jan 9, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
With a new Congress and administration arriving in Washington this month, the nation’s community banks have a momentous opportunity to make significant changes to the regulatory system, ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said.

OCC: Banks affected by California wildfires can close

Jan 9, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
The OCC issued a proclamation allowing national banks, federal savings associations, and federal branches to close offices in areas of California affected by wildfires.

New Polling ICBA Repair Reform and Thrive Plan

Jan 8, 2025 | Press Release
With the new 119th Congress and incoming Trump administration getting started in Washington, the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) today released new polling data showing Americans support community bank policy priorities laid out in ICBA’s new “Repair, Reform, and Thrive” plan.

ICBA: CFPB’s overdraft rule must be enjoined and overturned

Jan 8, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s overdraft rule is likely to negatively affect consumers and their access to banking services and should be legally stopped.

ICBA introduces plan for new Congress and administration

Jan 8, 2025 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA this week unveiled its plan for the 119th Congress and incoming administration to address banking regulations and kickstart economic growth in local communities.