SBA: Disaster Relief Offered to New York Businesses, Private Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Severe Storms and Flooding
Low interest disaster loans now available The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans for New York businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by the severe storms and flooding occurring June 22, 2025. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Kathy…
CFPB: Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Personal Financial Data Rights Rule Issued
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is seeking comments and data to inform its consideration of four issues related to implementation of section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (Dodd-Frank Act). These issues are: the proper understanding of who can serve as a “representative” making a request on behalf of…
Census Bureau: Webinar Scheduled for September 4th on 2024 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates
The U.S. Census Bureau is scheduled to hold a prerelease webinar about the 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 1-year estimates set to be publicly released Sept. 11, 2025. The webinar will explain how to access data and resources from the ACS, and provide tips for comparing geographies and statistics over time. The ACS provides a wide range of statistics about the…
ICBA: Statement Issued on the CFPB’s Proposed Rule to Implement Section 1033 Standards on Sharing Consumer Financial Data
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey issued the following statement on today’s Consumer Financial Protection Bureau proposed rule to implement Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act. “As the CFPB considers a new proposed rule to implement Section 1033 standards on sharing consumer financial data, ICBA and the nation’s community…
HUD: Sponsors for the 2025 Innovation Housing Showcase Announced
The Historic Showcase Returns to the National Mall September 6th – 10th Highlighting 250 Years of Innovation in American Housing Today the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the presenting sponsors for the 2025 Innovative Housing Showcase: The International Code Council (ICC), The Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI), The Structural Building Components Association (SBCA), and The Home Depot….
FEMA: DHS Awards $110 Million to Help Protect Houses of Worship and Nonprofit Organizations
Funding to be Distributed to Faith-based Institutions to Harden Their Defenses Against Terrorist Attacks. Today, the Department of Homeland Security announced it is awarding $110 million to more than 600 faith-based organizations and other nonprofits across the United States. In the face of violent criminals and radical organizations intent on hurting American communities, the Trump-Vance…
HUD: Regional Administrator Quinonez Issues Opinion Piece on HUD’s Support for Foster Youth in Texas
HUD Celebrates the Sixth Anniversary of the Foster Youth to Independence Initiative U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Southwest Regional Administrator Ashlea Quinonez penned an opinion piece discussing the continued impact of HUD’s investment in youth transitioning out of foster care in Texas. This year marks the sixth anniversary of HUD’s Foster Youth…
FDIC: Board Approves Proposal to Amend Official Signs and Advertising Requirements
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Board of Directors today approved a proposed rule to amend regulations governing the display of the FDIC official digital sign and non-deposit signage. The proposal would simplify requirements for banks’ display of the FDIC official digital sign and non-deposit signage on digital deposit-taking channels, such as bank websites and…
Treasury: Request for Comment Related to the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act Issued
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued a Request for Comment required by the GENIUS Act, which furthers the Administration’s policy of supporting the responsible growth and use of digital assets, as outlined in Executive Order (E.O.) 14178 on “Strengthening American Leadership in Digital Financial Technology.” Today’s request for comment fulfills Treasury’s obligation pursuant to section 9(a) of…
CDFI Fund: CDFI Fund to Resume Acceptance of Community Development Entity Certification Applications on September 9th
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) will resume acceptance of new applications for Certification as a Community Development Entity (CDE) effective September 9, 2025. The temporary “blackout” period, originally announced on May 5, 2025, provided an opportunity for the CDFI Fund to assess the resources available on its website. While…