by Emily Leite | Aug 5, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.08.06, Legislative
Just because it’s difficult to personally meet with congressional leaders doesn’t mean fierce credit union advocacy can take a break. With several recent League-coordinated virtual engagements, Ohio credit union leaders kept U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH),...
by Cory Fleming | Aug 5, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.08.06, Events, Legislative
Like your credit union, the League has adapted its 2020 plans to move forward despite COVID-19 disruptions. That’s why we are excited to take Hike the Hill virtual on September 23. Join your colleagues and the League from the comfort of your office or home to advocate...
by Cory Fleming | Jul 22, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.07.23, Events, Legislative
It’s important for public policy leaders to hear from you first-hand about how their decisions impact the communities you serve, so the League works to make that direct connection between member credit unions and build momentum for the Movement. This year we’re...
by Cory Fleming | Jul 22, 2020 | Advocacy, eLumination, eLumination 2020.07.23, Events, Legislative, Ohio CU News, Regulatory
Legal advocacy is increasingly important for credit unions due to the recent uptick in costly litigation throughout the Movement. To ensure Ohio’s top court hears the credit union perspective, the League recently coordinated a dialogue between credit union attorneys...
by Emily Leite | Jul 7, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, Compliance, eLumination, eLumination 2020.07.09, Legislative, Regulatory
While credit unions continue to manage compliance complexities associated with cannabis banking, there is a similar conversation beginning with hemp banking. Ohio recently legalized hemp cultivation and established a Hemp Program, allowing licensed individuals to grow...
by Emily Leite | Jul 7, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.07.09, Legislative, Regulatory
As credit unions focus on serving people, families, communities, and businesses during difficult times, Congress continues to adjust the Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to make it easier to do so. Recent PPP changes extend the...
by Emily Leite | Jun 24, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.06.25, Legislative
While the pandemic’s economic fires continue to blaze, Ohio credit unions are opening their lobbies and providing critical support to remedy members’ financial situations. Unfortunately, many Ohioans will continue suffering severe economic hardship, jeopardizing their...
by Cory Fleming | Jun 24, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.06.25, Events, Legislative
Each year the League looks forward to partnering with Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union to host PAC-in-Bay in Port Clinton to raise awareness and support for the League Political Action Committees (PACs), which support elected officials that value and support...
by Emily Leite | Jun 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.06.11, Legislative, Regulatory
As credit unions continue to prioritize people during the pandemic, the League is constantly scanning the federal horizon for opportunities to further protect and advance the cooperative model, like changes to the Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck...
by Cory Fleming | Jun 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.06.11, Events, Legislative
Just because it’s difficult to fly to Washington, D.C. and meet in person this year doesn’t mean that fierce credit union advocacy can take a break. You can still stand alongside the League to fight for the Ohio Credit Union Movement’s future by joining us for the...
by Cory Fleming | Jun 10, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.06.11, Legislative
Just as your credit union continues to operate in a challenging environment, the League continues to work directly with the Ohio General Assembly to promote and protect credit union interests at the Statehouse. With the legislative summer recess beginning, we’re...
by Emily Leite | May 28, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.05.28, Legislative, Regulatory
As your credit union proactively connects with members experiencing financial challenges during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) should provide immediate relief from Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) requirements that...
by Emily Leite | May 28, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.05.28, Legislative, Regulatory
Ohio credit unions have a well-established history of service in difficult times, providing people-centric services calibrated to individual, business, and community needs. That’s why the full, free, and clear participation by credit unions in the Small Business...
by Emily Leite | May 14, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.05.14, Legislative
As your credit union continues to focus on providing financial relief for members impacted by the pandemic, the League is scanning the federal horizon for opportunities to promote and protect credit union interests. More recently, the U.S. House of Representatives...
by Cory Fleming | May 14, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.05.14, Legislative
Strong advocacy partnership delivers strong results, which is how two League priority bills, House Bills 368 and 405, recently cleared the Ohio House of Representatives and paved the way for additional credit union protection and empowerment to meet members’ needs. To...
by Cory Fleming | Apr 29, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.04.30, Legislative
Public policy has a direct impact on how credit unions do business, making it imperative that the Movement supports legislative leaders who have a strong track record of standing up for the cooperative model. Thanks to the generous support of credit union advocates...
by Cory Fleming | Apr 29, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.04.30, Events, Legislative
Hike the Hill is an annual tradition that the Ohio Movement looks forward to every Fall. Unfortunately, due to continuing uncertainty around COVID-19 and the risk it poses, the League has decided to cancel our fly-in trip this year. We are still committed to...
by Cory Fleming | Apr 16, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, eLumination, eLumination 2020.04.16, Legislative
Credit unions across Ohio are taking the lead in helping small businesses who need immediate assistance due to COVID-19. Once the state of emergency is eased or lifted, businesses will still need low-cost capital. Credit unions can help provide that by offering two...
by Emily Leite | Mar 19, 2020 | Advocacy, Consumer, eLumination, eLumination.2020.03.19, Legislative, Media, Member Benefits, Ohio CU News, Regulatory
As your credit union prioritizes taking care of staff and operations, there are federal resources available to assist you. Recently, the NCUA released the following guidance to help credit unions preserve safety and soundness while navigating the evolving financial...
by Emily Leite | Mar 19, 2020 | Advocacy, Advocacy News, Consumer, eLumination, eLumination.2020.03.19, Legislative, Media, Regulatory
During the dynamic COVID-19 situation, the League is committed to keeping you updated on the work we’re doing on behalf of your credit union and its members through federal and state legislative, political and regulatory advocacy. The League is working with state...
