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NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) recognizes and celebrates the remarkable career of Janet Powell, Chief of Regulation and Supervision—Credit Unions for Oregon’s Division of Financial Regulation, as she retires at the end of June 2026 following more than three decades of service to the credit union system. Over the course of
NASCUS Urges Regulatory Modernization and Greater Clarity for State-Chartered Credit Unions in Comments to NCUA
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) submitted a comment letter to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) in response to the agency’s voluntary review of regulations under the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act (EGRPRA). This letter drives the importance of improving regulatory clarity for federally insured, state-chartered credit unions (FISCUs).
NASCUS Opens Pierre Jay Award Nominations, Reveals 2026 Summit Agenda and Speakers
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Pierre Jay Award, the association’s highest recognition for individuals, programs, and organizations that have made meaningful contributions to the state credit union system. The award will be presented at the 61st Annual Meeting, the NASCUS State System Summit (S3),
NASCUS and Critical Ops Launch the 2026 Fraud School
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS), in partnership with Critical Ops, announce the launch of the 2026 Fraud School, which will take place on October 13–14, 2026, at the Ohio Chamber of Commerce in Columbus, OH. Sessions will cover account takeovers, deepfakes, payment manipulation, identity theft, governance frameworks, fraud response playbooks, and evidence
NASCUS Supports NCUA Regulatory Modernization While Urging Clarity, Consistency, and Strong Supervisory Foundations
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) submitted three comment letters to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) regarding the agency’s ongoing Deregulation Project and its efforts to modernize federal credit union regulations, while emphasizing the importance of regulatory clarity, supervisory effectiveness, and risk-based oversight.
NASCUS Partners with the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association to Launch New Introduction to Credit Union Examination Training
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS), in collaboration with the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association, is pleased to announce the launch of a new Introduction to Credit Union Examination training video designed to provide a clear, practical overview of the credit union examination process for credit union directors.
NASCUS Awards Janet Powell with the Prestigious 2025 Pierre Jay Award
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is proud to announce that Janet M. Powell, Chief of Regulation and Supervision—Credit Unions at the Oregon Department of Financial Regulation, is the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Pierre Jay Award.
The 7th Annual Cannabis Banking Symposium Unites National Stakeholders
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS), in collaboration with the Association for Cannabis Banking (ACB), is proud to announce the official opening of the 7th Annual Cannabis Banking Symposium, taking place in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
NASCUS Announces Updated Agenda for 60th Annual Summit
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is pleased to announce updates to the agenda for its 60th Annual Meeting, the State System Summit (S3), scheduled to take place September 17–19, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. Attendees will gain new connections and fresh insights on today’s top issues—from fraud mitigation to cryptocurrency—while enjoying
NASCUS Opens Nominations for 2025 Pierre Jay Award
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Pierre Jay Award, the association’s highest honor recognizing exceptional service and leadership within the state credit union system. The award will be presented during NASCUS’s 60th Annual Meeting, the State System Summit (S3), a premier event uniting regulators, credit
Public Corporation for the Supervision and Insurance of Cooperatives of Puerto Rico Receives NASCUS Accreditation
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is pleased to announce that the Public Corporation for the Supervision and Insurance of Cooperatives of Puerto Rico | Corporación Pública Para la Supervisión Y Seguro De Cooperativas de Puerto Rico (COSSEC) has successfully earned accreditation. This marks the first time NASCUS has awarded accreditation to
Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is pleased to announce that the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS), Office of Credit Unions has successfully earned reaccreditation. Michigan was the first state to receive NASCUS Accreditation in 1989.
Craig Money Joins NASCUS Staff
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Money as the organization’s Chief Member Engagement Officer.
Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is pleased to announce that the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities (DoBS), Division of Credit Union and Trust Supervision, has successfully earned reaccreditation. To obtain Accreditation, a credit union state supervisory agency must demonstrate compliance with the accreditation standards in areas such as agency administration
State of Connecticut Department of Banking Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) proudly announces that the State of Connecticut Department of Banking, Financial Institutions Division has successfully achieved reaccreditation. The reaccreditation follows a thorough evaluation by the NASCUS Performance Standards Committee (PSC), comprised of seasoned regulators from accredited state agencies. The NASCUS Accreditation program provides an in-depth review
NASCUS Welcomes New Board and Advisory Council Members, Reflects on Positive Momentum at 2024 Annual Meeting
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) announced the election and appointment of new officers and directors to its Regulator Board and Credit Union Advisory Council during the 2024 State System Summit (S3) Annual Meeting. These appointments reflect NASCUS’s ongoing commitment to leadership excellence and innovation within the state-chartered credit union system.
NASCUS Honors Cherie Freed with the Prestigious 2024 Pierre Jay Award at the 59th Annual State System Summit
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is thrilled to announce that Cherie Freed has been named the distinguished 2024 Pierre Jay Award recipient. The honor was bestowed during NASCUS’s 59th Annual State System Summit (S3), an event that convenes industry leaders to discuss and advance the state-chartered credit union system.
Previewing the NASCUS State System Summit in Colorado Springs
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) will convene its 59th annual meeting, the State System Summit (S3), from October 21-23, 2024, at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, CO. This premier event offers a distinctive opportunity for state regulators and credit union system stakeholders to engage over a multi-day platform.
Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) proudly announces that the Virginia State Corporation Commission, Bureau of Financial Institutions (BFI) has earned Reaccreditation following a series of in-depth reviews and assessments by a panel of veteran state supervisors.
NASCUS Announces 2024-25 Board and Advisory Council Election Results
In August, the National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) conducted its annual elections for its Regulator Board and Credit Union Advisory Council. Members of the NASCUS Regulator Board are elected by NASCUS regulator members, comprised of all state credit union regulatory agencies across the nation.
NASCUS Unveils an Expansion of the New Credit Union Examiner Training Program
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) announces an expansion of our Online University covering the release of Module 3 within the New Credit Union Examiner Training Program, which is now accessible to state regulatory agencies. This latest module focuses on essential topics such as financial statement review, basic accounting, Financial Performance Reports
NASCUS Issues Comments on NCUA’s Part 749 Record Retention and Preservation Rule
NASCUS has submitted a comment letter this week to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) outlining potential impacts and improvements to the Part 749 Record Retention and Preservation Rule. In our comments, NASCUS encouraged the NCUA to provide clarification between Part 749 of its regulations and Appendix A of the regulation. Specifically, the definition of
Raymond Dorado Appointed to FFIEC State Liaison Committee
Raymond J. Dorado has been appointed to the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council’s (FFIEC) State Liaison Committee (SLC). Dorado was designated by the National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) to complete the remainder of the two-year term left vacant with the retirement of Deputy Superintendent of the Community and Regional Banks Unit, Yolanda
Yolanda Ford to Retire from the NASCUS Regulator Board of Directors
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is announcing that Yolanda Ford will retire from the NASCUS Regulator Board of Directors on Monday, June 3, 2024. Ms. Ford, the Deputy Superintendent of the Community and Regional Banks Unit within the New York State Department of Financial Services, has been a champion for the
Worth Credit Union Names Katie Turner-Carr Senior Vice President – Chief People Officer
Ken Gardner Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
Chartway Awards Directors’ Memorial Scholarships to 13 Student-Members
NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
Credit union CDFI recertifications are beginning to be finalized
eDOC Innovations Launches eDOC Chat Beta Program
Vizo Financial’s July 2026 Education Calendar
Birthday Benefit Bash hits a high note for North Bay youth music programs
Alogent and Solution Optimizers Partner to Help Financial Institutions Optimize and Scale ECM Strategies
LAFCU promotes Steve Jorgensen to vice president of lending
Sound Credit Union Recognizes 2026 Scholarship Recipients
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Five-Year Partnership with the University Foundation at Sacramento State
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Winners of 2026 Member Education Award Scholarships
Historic Scale, Successful Outcome: Corelation Completes Largest Conversion in Company History with Mountain America Credit Union
Corporate Central Partners with Advanced Fraud Solutions to Deliver ACH Fraud Scanning Through Beastro
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Earns SOC 1® Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Financial Institution Controls
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 18, 2026
TDFCU Announces New CEO to Drive Its Vision Forward
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Sweeps Pinnacle Awards With Six Wins
One Fintech Opened More New Checking Accounts Last Year Than All U.S. Credit Unions Combined
Redwood Credit Union hosts free North Bay Shred‑a‑thons to fight fraud and support local nonprofits
BECU expands further into South Puget Sound with new locations in Tumwater and Lacey
Chartway Ranked No. 1 Credit Union in Virginia by Forbes, Earns America’s Best-In-State Honor for Fifth Consecutive Year
Clearview Federal Credit Union Expands Pittsburgh-Area Presence with Flagship Financial Center
UNITED NATIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION PUBLISHES 2025 IMPACT REPORT
Meriwest Credit Union Named a 2026 Best Place to Work for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 12, 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Jennifer Perez as Vice President of Marketing
National Cooperative Bank Provides $4 Million Subordinated Debt Loan to OnPath Federal Credit Union
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Darena Merdzhanova as New Vice President of Compliance
Worth Credit Union Names Katie Turner-Carr Senior Vice President – Chief People Officer
Ken Gardner Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
Chartway Awards Directors’ Memorial Scholarships to 13 Student-Members
NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
Credit union CDFI recertifications are beginning to be finalized
eDOC Innovations Launches eDOC Chat Beta Program
Vizo Financial’s July 2026 Education Calendar
Birthday Benefit Bash hits a high note for North Bay youth music programs
Alogent and Solution Optimizers Partner to Help Financial Institutions Optimize and Scale ECM Strategies
LAFCU promotes Steve Jorgensen to vice president of lending
Sound Credit Union Recognizes 2026 Scholarship Recipients
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Five-Year Partnership with the University Foundation at Sacramento State
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Winners of 2026 Member Education Award Scholarships
Historic Scale, Successful Outcome: Corelation Completes Largest Conversion in Company History with Mountain America Credit Union
Corporate Central Partners with Advanced Fraud Solutions to Deliver ACH Fraud Scanning Through Beastro
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Earns SOC 1® Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Financial Institution Controls
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 18, 2026
TDFCU Announces New CEO to Drive Its Vision Forward
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Sweeps Pinnacle Awards With Six Wins
One Fintech Opened More New Checking Accounts Last Year Than All U.S. Credit Unions Combined
Redwood Credit Union hosts free North Bay Shred‑a‑thons to fight fraud and support local nonprofits
BECU expands further into South Puget Sound with new locations in Tumwater and Lacey
Chartway Ranked No. 1 Credit Union in Virginia by Forbes, Earns America’s Best-In-State Honor for Fifth Consecutive Year
Clearview Federal Credit Union Expands Pittsburgh-Area Presence with Flagship Financial Center
UNITED NATIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION PUBLISHES 2025 IMPACT REPORT
Meriwest Credit Union Named a 2026 Best Place to Work for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 12, 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Jennifer Perez as Vice President of Marketing
National Cooperative Bank Provides $4 Million Subordinated Debt Loan to OnPath Federal Credit Union
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Darena Merdzhanova as New Vice President of Compliance
Worth Credit Union Names Katie Turner-Carr Senior Vice President – Chief People Officer
Ken Gardner Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
Chartway Awards Directors’ Memorial Scholarships to 13 Student-Members
NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
Credit union CDFI recertifications are beginning to be finalized
eDOC Innovations Launches eDOC Chat Beta Program