Federal Reserve

Federal Reserve: Michelle W. Bowman Sworn in as Vice Chair for Supervision of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

Michelle W. Bowman took the oath of office as Vice Chair for Supervision of the Federal Reserve Board on Monday. The oath was administered by Chair Jerome H. Powell in the press briefing room of the Board’s Martin building. President Trump nominated Ms. Bowman on March 24, 2025, and she was confirmed by the United…

ABA: ABA Applauds Senate Confirmation of Michelle Bowman as Fed Vice Chair for Supervision

“We congratulate Governor Michelle Bowman on her confirmation to serve as the Federal Reserve’s next vice chair for supervision and appreciate her willingness to take on these added responsibilities at the Fed. With her deep experience as a federal regulator, state regulator and community banker, Governor Bowman understands the real-world impact U.S. banking rules can…

ICBA: ICBA Congratulates Michelle Bowman on Confirmation as Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision

The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) congratulated Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman on today’s Senate vote confirming her ICBA-advocated nomination to serve as Fed vice chair for supervision.  “ICBA and the nation’s community bankers congratulate Governor Bowman for her confirmation as Fed vice chair for supervision,” ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said….

Federal Reserve: Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2024 Report Issued

The Federal Reserve Board on Wednesday issued its Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2024 report, which examines the financial circumstances of U.S. adults and their families. Overall, the report shows that financial well-being was similar to the previous two years as concerns about prices persisted and labor market conditions remained solid. The report draws from the…

Agencies Issue Host State Loan-to-Deposit Ratios

Federal bank regulatory agencies today jointly issued updated host state loan-to-deposit ratios, as required by law. Each respective host state loan-to-deposit ratio shows the ratio of total loans in a state to total deposits in the state for all banks that have that state as their home state. These ratios replace those issued in May 2024….

Agencies Withdraw Joint Statements on Crypto-Assets

Today, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, together with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (collectively, the agencies), has withdrawn two joint statements regarding banking organizations’ crypto-asset-related activities. This action is intended to provide clarity that banking organizations may engage in permissible crypto-asset activities and provide products and services to persons and firms engaged…

Federal Reserve: Withdrawal of Guidance for Banks Related to Their Crypto-Asset and Dollar Token Activities and Related to Its Expectations for These Activities Announced

The Federal Reserve Board on Thursday announced the withdrawal of guidance for banks related to their crypto-asset and dollar token activities and related changes to its expectations for these activities. These actions ensure the Board’s expectations remain aligned with evolving risks and further support innovation in the banking system. The Board is rescinding its 2022 supervisory…

Agencies Take Action on Appraisal Requirements in Area Affected by California Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds

To help facilitate recovery efforts from wildfires and straight-line wind damage in Los Angeles County, California this year, four federal financial institution regulatory agencies today temporarily paused certain appraisal requirements for real estate-related transactions. This action is expected to allow banks and credit unions to work with families and businesses without obtaining an appraisal. Banks…

Agencies Announce Intent to Rescind 2023 CRA Final Rule

The federal bank regulatory agencies today announced, in light of pending litigation, their intent to issue a proposal to both rescind the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) final rule issued in October 2023 and reinstate the CRA framework that existed prior to the October 2023 final rule. The agencies will continue to work together to promote…

Federal Reserve: Statement by Governor Bowman on Accepting Nomination as Vice Chair for Supervision

Statement by Governor Michelle W. Bowman: I would like to express my thanks to President Trump for nominating me as the Vice Chair for Supervision. I am grateful for the continued faith and confidence he has placed in me to fulfill this vital role. If confirmed, I will promote a safe and sound banking system…