by Andrew Canan | Jan 11, 2021 | Advocacy, Education & Training, eLumination, eLumination 2021.01.14, Events, OCUF, Ohio CU News
Do you believe in the power of advocacy? Are you interested in participating in the Credit Union Movement's largest political and regulatory advocacy event, the CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC), on March 2-4? Apply for the Ohio Credit Union Foundation's...
by Kim Connor | Jan 11, 2021 | Advocacy, Education & Training, eLumination, eLumination 2021.01.14, Ohio CU News
Through League membership, you can access resources and opportunities to enhance your capabilities and support your most important asset, your team. From webinars to on-site training to annual conventions, you and your staff have access to dozens of opportunities to...
by Cory Fleming | Dec 16, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.17
As the federal government winds down its legislative activity in preparation for the incoming administration, the League is urging the Ohio congressional delegation to further empower your credit union's ability to serve members, and we need your help. Please complete...
by Cory Fleming | Dec 16, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.17, Legislative
The Ohio General Assembly is wrapping up lame-duck session work, and the League is excited to share tangible victories that have already been, or are expected to be secured due to the advocacy partnership between Ohio credit unions and the League: Eliminated a state...
by Chris Noble | Dec 16, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.17, Regulatory
Credit unions pay for the privilege of regulation through operating fees to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). With that in mind, those in the industry need to remain vigilant about NCUA's budget allocations and increases to make sure credit unions are...
by Emily Leite | Dec 16, 2020 | eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.17, Ohio CU News, Regulatory
More than ever, 2020 has shown a spotlight on the incredible impact credit unions make in their communities. Whether it is working around the clock to process Paycheck Protection Program loans or participating in social justice initiatives, credit unions have...
by Cory Fleming | Dec 2, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.03
With the general election results wrapped up, the Ohio General Assembly is tackling a list of must-dos in lame-duck session, and the League is working to ensure Ohio credit union legislative priorities are poised for year-end success, such as: Eliminating the...
by Andrew Canan | Dec 2, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.03, Events, Legislative
With the new, premium virtual format, CUNA's Governmental Affairs Conference, March 2-4, 2021, has never been more accessible. Attendees will still hear from the same great speakers, experience the same networking and learning opportunities, explore the next best...
by Chris Noble | Dec 2, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.03, Regulatory
With the cooperative member-owner structure, credit unions are often regarded as pioneers of financial consumer protection. This also rings true in diversity and inclusion, where marginalized communities have often relied on credit unions for access to credit as an...
by Andrew Canan | Dec 2, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.12.03
While 2020 has been a rollercoaster of a year for Ohio's credit unions, thanks to your continued support, the League's Political Action Committees (PACs) have remained strong. By supporting the League-operated credit union PACs, you ensured that credit unions had a...
by Cory Fleming | Nov 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.11.12
Thanks to your generous support throughout the 2020 General Election, the Ohio Movement engaged with decision makers on credit union priorities and leveraged more than $300,000 to support state and federal legislative champions. Of the candidates we supported together...
by Chris Noble | Nov 10, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.11.12, Regulatory
It’s no secret that federally chartered credit unions are assessed fees for the privilege of being regulated by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). However, many credit unions risk taking on an additional financial burden when calculating operating fees...
by Chris Noble | Nov 10, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.11.12, Regulatory
As the regulatory burden continues to result in significant litigation risk and today’s business climate becomes more complex for credit unions, the League continues to scan the legal horizon to protect credit union interests. That’s why, earlier this year, the League...
by Andrew Canan | Nov 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.11.12, Events, Legislative
With the election (finally) behind us, now it is time to get to work to ensure Ohio’s credit unions make their voices heard and that we have a seat at the decision-making table. While COVID has required CUNA to make the 2021 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC)...
by Jamila Collins | Nov 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.11.12, Legislative
With a new White House Administration and Congress on the horizon, it’s never been more important to make sure each one of your credit union’s members are counted by updating Project ZIP Code (PZC). PZC is a secure program that counters your members by zipcode and...
by Cory Fleming | Oct 28, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.10.29, Events
The long 2020 election journey has almost reached an end, and no matter the results, there is no doubt Ohio's credit unions and more than 3.1 million members will be impacted. Thanks to your generous support, we're hosting popular political pundit Kyle Kondik today at...
by Andrew Canan | Oct 28, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.10.29, Legislative
The virtual day-to-day we have acclimated to in 2020 has also increased the opportunities for hackers to attack. As National Cybersecurity Awareness Month ends, there is still an opportunity to advocate for further cybersecurity measures. After passing the Ohio House...
by Chris Noble | Oct 28, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.10.29, Regulatory
As federal financial regulators ease back into the rulemaking process, the League continues to scan the regulatory horizon for opportunities to promote and protect Ohio credit union interests. That's why we advocated for additional regulatory relief in a recent NCUA...
by Lianne Simeone | Oct 28, 2020 | Advocacy, Education & Training, eLumination, eLumination 2020.10.29, Events, Ohio CU News, Regulatory
In this continuously changing environment, it is more challenging than ever for credit unions to stay current and compliant. That's why the League and PolicyWorks are partnering to bring you helpful insights through this virtual Regulatory Roundtable on Nov. 10 at...
by Cory Fleming | Oct 14, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.10.15, Events
The election is a few weeks away, and its outcome will undoubtedly impact Ohio credit unions and the 3.1 million members they serve. The League partners with your credit union to promote and protect financial cooperatives through relentless advocacy. Thanks to the...
