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FDIC releases enforcement actions for May 2025

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released a list of administrative enforcement actions taken in May 2025.

Federal agencies issue exemption order for customer identification program requirements

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of Comptroller of the Currency, and the National Credit Union Administration have issued an order exempting certain requirements of the Customer Identification Program (CIP) Rule.

Regulatory agencies seek input on modifying certain capital standards

The federal bank regulatory agencies have issued a request for public comment on a proposal aimed at modifying certain regulatory capital standards.

Coleman County State Bank acquires deposits after Santa Anna National Bank closure

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) closed The Santa Anna National Bank in Santa Anna, Texas, today.

Agencies release list of distressed nonmetropolitan geographies for CRA credit

Federal bank regulatory agencies have published the 2025 list of distressed or underserved nonmetropolitan middle-income geographies.

Federal bank regulators seek public input on addressing payments and check fraud

The federal bank regulatory agencies have issued a request for public comment on measures to address payments fraud, with an emphasis on check fraud.

FDIC releases March CRA evaluation results for state nonmember banks

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released its list of state nonmember banks recently evaluated for compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

FDIC updates progress on deposit insurance fund restoration plan

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Board of Directors has issued its latest semiannual update on the Restoration Plan for the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF).

FDIC announces retirement of key leader Arthur J. Murton after nearly four decades

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has announced the upcoming retirement of Arthur J. Murton, effective May 31, 2025. Mr. Murton currently serves as Deputy to the Chairman for Financial Stability and Director of the Division of...

Agencies release updated host state loan-to-deposit ratios

Federal bank regulatory agencies have released updated host state loan-to-deposit ratios.

FDIC releases latest CRA compliance evaluations for state nonmember banks

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released its latest list of state nonmember banks evaluated for compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

Federal agencies withdraw joint statements on crypto-asset activities

Today, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, in conjunction with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, has announced the withdrawal of two joint statements concerning crypto-asset-related activities by banking organizations.

FDIC changes resolution planning approach for large banks

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has modified its approach to resolution planning for large insured depository institutions (IDIs).

FDIC issues corrective orders and penalties against Discover Bank and holding company

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has announced the issuance of three orders against Discover Bank, based in Greenwood, Delaware.

Regulators suspend appraisal requirements for California wildfires recovery

In response to the recent wildfires and straight-line wind damage in Los Angeles County, California, four federal financial regulatory agencies have taken steps to aid recovery efforts by temporarily suspending certain appraisal requirements for...

FDIC releases CRA compliance evaluations for January 2025

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released its latest list of state nonmember banks that have recently been assessed for compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).

Federal agencies plan to rescind 2023 CRA final rule amid pending litigation

The federal bank regulatory agencies have announced their intention to propose the rescission of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) final rule issued in October 2023.

FDIC discloses February enforcement actions with seven safety orders issued

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released its list of administrative enforcement actions executed in February 2025.

FDIC issues new guidance for banks engaging in crypto activities

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has released a new Financial Institution Letter (FIL-7-2025) to update the guidance for FDIC-supervised institutions regarding crypto-related activities.

Shared National Credit report reveals moderate credit risk despite weakened quality trends

Federal bank regulatory agencies have released the 2024 Shared National Credit (SNC) report, indicating that credit risk linked to large, syndicated bank loans remains moderate.