National Credit Union Administration (ncua) News

NCUA releases research note on overdraft and NSF fees at credit unions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has released a Research Note analyzing overdraft and non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees at credit unions.

NCUA Board approves annual performance plan to guide future operations

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board conducted its first open meeting of the year on January 16, 2025, where it unanimously approved the agency's 2025 Annual Performance Plan.

Financial regulators address impact of California wildfires on banks

On January 14, 2025, several financial regulatory agencies issued a statement addressing the impact of the California wildfires and straight-line winds on financial institutions.

Julie Cayse appointed regional director by National Credit Union Administration

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has appointed Julie Cayse as the new regional director for the Western Region, effective January 12.

NCUA offers support as wildfires impact Los Angeles area credit unions

As wildfires continue to affect the Greater Los Angeles area, the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is actively monitoring the situation and offering resources to support impacted credit unions.

NCUA places Butler Heritage Federal Credit Union into conservatorship

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has placed Butler Heritage Federal Credit Union, located in Middletown, Ohio, into conservatorship due to unsafe and unsound practices.

NCUA releases report on credit union diversity self-assessment results for 2023

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has released the 2023 Credit Union Diversity Self-Assessment Results Report.

NCUA prohibits two former employees from working in federally insured institutions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition order and a prohibition notice in December 2024.

NCUA approves pilot program for non-registered investment fund activities

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has approved an investment pilot program under section 703.19(c) of the NCUA's regulations.

NCUA reports rise in assets and loans among federally insured credit unions

Assets and loans at federally insured credit unions showed an increase at the median over the year ending in the third quarter of 2024, while shares and deposits experienced a decline, as reported by the latest NCUA Quarterly U.S. Map Review.

Soul Community Federal Credit Union receives charter to serve Austell's low-income residents

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a federal charter and National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund coverage to Soul Community Federal Credit Union, located in Austell, Georgia.

NCUA reports rise in credit union loans; net income declines

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has released its financial performance data for the third quarter of 2024.

Agencies outline strategies against elder financial exploitation

Five federal financial regulatory agencies, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), and state financial regulators have issued a statement to provide guidance on combating elder financial exploitation.

NCUA announces board meeting schedule for upcoming year

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has announced its meeting schedule for 2025.

NCUA prohibits former Alhambra Credit Union employee from working in federally insured institutions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition order against Daniel Garza, a former employee of Alhambra Credit Union in Phoenix, Arizona.

Alliance Credit Union of Florida placed into conservatorship by state regulator

Florida's Office of Financial Regulation has placed Alliance Credit Union of Florida into conservatorship, appointing the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) as conservator.

CFPB orders Navy Federal Credit Union to pay $95 million over unfair fee practices

National Credit Union Administration Chairman Todd M. Harper issued a statement regarding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) settlement with Navy Federal Credit Union.

Katherine Easmunt appointed as Chief Ethics Counsel by NCUA Board

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has appointed Katherine Easmunt as the agency's Chief Ethics Counsel, effective November 3.

CFPB takes enforcement action against VyStar Credit Union following investigation

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chairman Todd M. Harper and Board Member Tanya F. Otsuka have commented on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) recent enforcement action against VyStar Credit Union.

NCUA issues prohibition notices against four former credit union employees

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued three consent orders and one prohibition notice in October 2024.