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The speaker lineup is now complete for the League’s 2026 Legislative Forum, and there is still time to secure your spot. Joining this year’s program…
League Continues CCCA Advocacy Following Sen. King Cosponsorship
Maine credit unions received disappointing news as Senator Angus King signed on as a cosponsor of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA). King joined Senators…
John Crews Confirmed by U.S. Senate
On August 7, the U.S. Senate confirmed John Crews to serve on the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board, filling the seat held by Kyle…
Register Now to Join Us at the 2026 Legislative Forum
The League is pleased to invite you to the 2026 Legislative Forum taking place on September 9. Legislative Forum is the League’s signature political event…
League Signs National Letter on Digital Asset Legislation (CLARITY Act)
The Maine Credit Union League recently joined America’s Credit Unions and credit union leagues from across the country in signing a coalition letter to Senate…
Credit Union Board Modernization Act Becomes Law as Part of Federal Housing Bill
On Saturday, July 11, the Credit Union Board Modernization Act became law as a part of the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act after President Trump allowed the…
America’s Credit Unions’ Election Resources: A Briefing
With this year being an election year, it can be good to think about how your credit union is engaging members and staff around civic…
2026 Legislative Session Recap Now Available
The League has released its 2026 Legislative Session Recap, providing an overview of key policy developments, advocacy efforts, and legislative outcomes from this year’s session…
White House Issues Executive Order on Citizenship Verification
On May 19, the White House issued a new executive order aiming to strengthen customer identification requirements within the financial system, specifically focusing on citizenship-related risk factors. The…
There is Still Time to Donate to the CULAC Silent Auction!
With just a few weeks remaining until Elevate 2026, there is still time to donate an item to the Credit Union Legislative Action Council (CULAC)’s…
Maine Credit Union League Joins Nationwide Industry Letter to FTC on Holder Rule Concerns
The Maine Credit Union League recently joined every other state credit union league and association nationwide in signing onto a joint letter led by America’s Credit…
Support Requested for the CULAC Silent Auction
Elevate 2026 is just around the corner, and with it comes an important opportunity to support the Credit Union Legislative Action Council (CULAC) as we…
Data Privacy Bill Moves Forward with Credit Union Protections Intact
The Governmental Affairs team continues to track day-to-day proceedings in the State Legislature as it moves closer to its scheduled adjournment date of April 15.…
Executive Order Signals Potential Mortgage Relief to Credit Unions
The White House issued an executive order addressing several federal mortgage-related laws, rules, and regulatory requirements that affect credit unions and other community-based financial institutions.…
Advocacy in Action at the 2026 GAC
On March 1, credit union advocates from across Maine descended upon the nation’s capital to be a part of the year’s premier advocacy event: America’s…
Maine Earns National Recognition for PAC Support
Maine credit unions received national recognition for their strong support of the America’s Credit Unions PAC. Evergreen CU earned a second runner-up Pinnacle Award for…
UCU to Send Two Crashers to GAC!
The Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC)—the credit union industry’s premiere annual advocacy event—is nearly here, and University CU (UCU) is thrilled that two of their employees…
State and Federal Advocacy in Action
With several high‑impact bills moving through Augusta this month, the League is actively representing credit union interests at the State House and in Washington. This…
Maine Legislature Convenes: What Credit Unions Need to Know
The Maine Legislature kicked off its 2026 legislative session this week, and with it comes a busy year for issues impacting credit unions and their…
Maine Credit Union League Joins Call for Federal Guidance on Penny Transition
Last week, the Maine Credit Union League joined credit unions nationwide in signing a letter to the Federal Reserve, calling for clear guidance on the operational…
Senator Susan Collins Visits the Maine Credit Union League; Congresswoman Pingree Visits Midcoast FCU
On December 5, Senator Susan Collins visited the Maine Credit Union League for a meeting with the League’s Board of Directors and employees of both…
New Legislation in Effect: Real Estate Transfer Tax Exemption for MaineHousing First Time Home Buyer Program
On November 1, new legislation came into effect which exempts sellers and buyers from Maine’s Real Estate Transfer Tax if they are a first-time homebuyer and utilize…
Maine Bureau of Financial Institutions Issues Non-Sufficient Funds Fees Bulletin
On November 20, the Maine Bureau of Financial Institutions Department of Professional and Financial Regulation issued guidance to state-chartered financial institutions on the charging of…
Administration Rescinds Planned CDFI Fund Reductions
The Trump Administration has reversed its earlier decision to implement shutdown-related workforce reductions at the CDFI Fund. America’s Credit Unions reports that this change came…
League Proudly Announced CULAC Award Winners
During the conclusion of this year’s Legislative Forum, the League celebrated those who went above and beyond in their support of the League’s advocacy efforts.…