Special report from day three of the Governmental Affairs Conference

Good morning, readers, and welcome to another special report from CUSO Magazine, featuring all the latest news from day three of the Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington D.C. From beginning to end, the day was filled with lots of learning opportunities and discussions, which means we have a lot to cover, so let’s get started.

But first, if you haven’t read our first two special reports from day one and day two of the conference—which featured key information on AI, the newly-formed America’s Credit Unions, and discussions on regulatory concerns—or you simply need a refresher, be sure to read those two first.

Day three of the GAC started with three back-to-back breakout session slots for attendees, with over 18 different topics and panels to choose from, including discussions on “junk” fees, advocacy and DEI, financial inclusion, what to expect from the 2024 election, CDFI certification and reporting, and more.

Notably, the line to get into the “Regulatory Challenges of 2024: Compliance, Exams, and Advocacy” session stretched far out the door and down the hall, so it’s safe to say regulatory concerns are on the minds of many credit union leaders.

 

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