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The proposed rule requires banking organizations to notify their primary federal regulator within 36 hours of determining in good faith that a "computer-security incident" has occurred that could cause significant disruptions to operations. A "notification incident" is an incident deemed serious enough to impact banking services or financial stability. Additionally, bank service providers must alert at least two individuals at affected banking organization customers immediately upon experiencing a significant disruption lasting four or more hours. This rule aims to ensure timely and effective responses to potential cybersecurity threats impacting the banking sector.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued a report to Congress. As of September 30, 2024, they found no major differences in the accounting and capital standards for the banks they oversee. While there are some minor differences concerning definitions and rules, these do not significantly affect the institutions. The report highlights how certain rules apply differently to specific banking groups due to legal and regulatory requirements.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board), and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) have finalized a rule concerning the treatment of certain debt investments by advanced banking organizations. The rule requires these organizations to deduct from their regulatory capital any investments in unsecured debt instruments issued by systemically important banks, known as GSIBs, to meet specific capacity requirements. This rule aims to reduce interconnectedness and systemic risks within the financial system and includes adjustments following public comments on the proposal. Additionally, the rule incorporates several technical amendments and new definitions to its regulatory framework.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), part of the Treasury Department, is inviting public comments on the renewal of an information collection titled "Covered Savings Associations Notice." This action is part of the OCC's efforts to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents. The collection involves Federal savings associations that choose to operate with the same rights and duties as national banks. The OCC seeks input on various aspects of this information collection, including its necessity, the accuracy of the burden estimates, and potential ways to reduce the burden on respondents.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the FDIC are requesting public comments on proposed revisions and extensions to specific reports, aiming to update the guidelines for reporting certain types of deposits, such as brokered and sweep deposits. These revisions align with regulations like the Net Stable Funding Ratio and address exceptions in the revised definition of brokered deposits. Public feedback is sought on whether these updates improve the agencies' ability to monitor financial institutions and assess related risks. The changes are set to take effect beginning with the report date of June 30, 2021.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation have finalized a rule called the Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR). This rule is designed to ensure large banking organizations maintain stable funding over a one-year period to support their various financial activities. By requiring stable funding, the rule aims to reduce liquidity risks, ensuring banks can continue to operate smoothly even in challenging economic conditions. This rule applies to large U.S. banks and some foreign banks with significant assets, enhancing the overall stability of the financial system.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve System, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation are seeking public comments on proposed updates to the Consolidated Reports of Condition and Income, also known as Call Reports. These updates, intended to remain effective through 2021, address changes in asset measurement dates due to temporary asset growth linked to relief programs from the COVID-19 pandemic. The modifications aim to help financial institutions manage reporting burdens by allowing them to use asset figures from either December 2019 or June 2020 for determining their reporting requirements for the upcoming year. The agencies are inviting feedback about the utility, accuracy, and potential burden of these changes as they move forward with the proposal.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) adopted a final rule to codify the Interagency Statement Clarifying the Role of Supervisory Guidance issued in 2018 along with the Federal Reserve, FDIC, NCUA, and the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. This rule emphasizes that supervisory guidance, unlike laws or regulations, does not have legal force and doesn't create legally binding obligations for the public. The rule aims to ensure that the OCC will follow the principles of administrative law and use guidance to support transparency and consistency in the supervision of banks. The final rule takes effect on March 15, 2021, and assures that supervisory guidance will continue to be a valuable tool without being enforceable like laws.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is inviting public and federal agency comments on a proposed revision to an information collection requirement under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This involves updating reporting requirements for national banks and federal savings associations, particularly those with assets of $250 billion or more, to align with stress test templates used by the Federal Reserve. The goal is to minimize the burden on these institutions while ensuring effective stress testing practices. Comments on the proposal are requested by March 29, 2021, and the OCC encourages electronic submissions.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (collectively known as "the agencies") are reviewing regulations affecting insured depository institutions. This review, under the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act of 1996, aims to identify rules that are outdated, unnecessary, or too burdensome. The agencies are seeking public comments on specific categories of regulations, including Rules of Procedure, Safety and Soundness, and Securities, in hopes of reducing the regulatory impact, especially on community banks. Public comments are invited until March 11, 2025, and the agencies will use these to help decide if any regulations should be adjusted or removed.