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League Monitoring Primaries as Virginia Voters Pick Nominees in Hotly Contested Races

Your League is closely monitoring today's primaries, as they'll set the stage for November's general elections which will see dozens of first-time lawmakers taking seats in the General Assembly. Look for a detailed summary from your League this week on the outcome of key primary races and the outlook for November’s contests.

League Notes Item of Interest on NCUA’s June 22 Board Meeting Agenda

Your League is keenly interested in NCUA’s June 22 Board Meeting. On the agenda is a request for comment on the operating fee schedule methodology. “The operating fee schedule methodology impacts all credit unions and can be a sizeable expense,” notes League Chief Advocacy Officer JT Blau. “We’ll be reviewing the opportunity to comment and will cover any proposed changes, urging the agency’s Board to carefully consider how any changes might impact credit unions."

League Hosting Member Call-In on June 27

Join us on June 27 for a special virtual meeting for League members and credit unions interested in League membership! Our discussion will focus on advocacy, including key legislation at the federal level (interchange, CU Board Modernization, and more) and the political landscape at the state level (primary election outcomes, the outlook for November’s general election, and the 2024 General Assembly session). We also want to hear from you! Register here.

League Kicks Off Series of Legislative Receptions with June 28 Event in Danville

Your League and credit unions will host a series of legislative receptions across the Commonwealth, beginning June 28.

June 28 - Danville Reception with Congressman Bob Good (R-05).
August 2 – Shenandoah Valley Legislative Reception with Congressman Cline (R-06) – Hosted by UVA Community Credit Union (2060 Pro Pointe Lane, Harrisonburg, VA)
August 24 – Richmond Metro Legislative Reception with Congresswoman McClellan (D-04) – Hosted by Credit Union House of Virginia (108 N. 8th Street, Richmond, VA 23875)
August 30 – Northern Virginia Legislative Reception with Congresswoman Wexton (D-10) – Hosted by Northwest FCU (200 Spring Street, Herndon, VA 20170)

Did You Attend IGNITE 2023? If So, We’d Appreciate Your Feedback

Many thanks to everyone who attended IGNITE 2023 | the League Annual Meeting! To aid us in planning for next year’s event in Washington, D.C. (May 1-3 at the InterContinental Hotel at The Wharf), we ask that you kindly complete this eight-question survey. Complete the survey by June 23 and you’re entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

Get Recognized for Your Good Works in Community Involvement, Financial Education and Member Service

Every credit union is engaged with its community at some level and your League and CUNA want to recognize and honor your good work through the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award, and the Desjardins Financial Education Awards. The deadline for award submissions is June 30, 2023.

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Tags: advocacy, elections, primary, General Assembly, CUNA Mutual, TruStage, NCUA, National Credit Union Administration, legislative receptions

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