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Search Results: agency_names:"Comptroller of the Currency"

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 14320
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on renewing its information collection regarding leasing, as mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). This renewal is necessary for the OCC to obtain approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for information collection activities. Businesses or other profit organizations are the affected public, with an estimated annual burden of 300 hours across 30 respondents. Comments are invited on various aspects of this information collection, including its necessity, accuracy, and ways to minimize the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear people's thoughts about rules for businesses that rent things out, like cars or tools, to make sure they aren't filling out too much paperwork. They are asking if these rules are needed and how they can make things easier for the businesses.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 7979
    Reading Time:about 43 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is proposing a new rule that aims to change the requirements for national bank and Federal savings association properties. This rule includes standards for acquiring and holding real estate and considers modern needs, like mixed-use developments and virtual workspaces. The OCC is seeking public comments on the proposal to apply these standards consistently while addressing recent changes in real estate and banking operations. The comments must be submitted by March 22, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is thinking about changing how banks can use and own buildings. They want to make sure these rules work for things like fancy buildings with stores and offices together, and for people who work from home, so they're asking people what they think about it.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9120
    Reading Time:about 9 hours

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The government made a new rule for big banks to make sure they always have enough safe money set aside, so they can keep running smoothly even if things get tough in the economy. This helps keep everyone's money safer in the bank!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2739
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), part of the Treasury Department, is asking for public comments on its information collection related to the "Uniform Interagency Transfer Agent Registration and Deregistration Forms." This request is part of their efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden per the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The forms, known as TA-1 and TA-W, are used by national banks and Federal savings associations to register or deregister as transfer agents for securities. The OCC wants feedback on whether these forms are needed, if their time estimates are accurate, and how they might improve the process. Comments about this information collection must be submitted by March 15, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is asking people to tell them if the forms banks use for becoming or stopping being a helper with handling stocks are easy and fast enough to fill out. They also want to know if people have ideas on making the forms better.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2033
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on the renewal of the "Fair Housing Home Loan Data System Regulation" information collection. This request is part of the agency's effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The regulation requires certain national banks to collect and maintain specific data on home loans, especially if they receive over 50 home loan applications annually. The OCC is asking for feedback on whether the information collections are necessary, how to reduce the burden on respondents, and any start-up or ongoing costs associated with providing the information.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know what people think about a rule that helps them keep track of who is asking for home loans. They are trying to see if they can make the rule simpler and less work for banks.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 708
    Reading Time:about 4 hours

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has made a new rule for big banks to make sure they don't get too tangled up with each other by telling them to be careful about certain kinds of money they put into other big banks, so they all stay safe and strong.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9994
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is requesting public comments on its renewal of the information collection related to "Debt Cancellation Contracts and Debt Suspension Agreements" as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The OCC is seeking feedback on the necessity and utility of the information collected, the accuracy of the burden estimate, and ways to reduce the collection burden on respondents. The comments should be submitted by April 19, 2021, and should include the agency name "OCC" and the identifier "1557-0224." This process ensures that the OCC complies with federal requirements and continues to properly manage the collection of information.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to know what people think about a rule they have for banks when they cancel or pause loans. They are asking for ideas on making the rule better and easier to follow.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 16455
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Depository Institutions Disaster Relief Act of 1992 (DIDRA) allows agencies to temporarily suspend some appraisal requirements under the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA) for real estate transactions in disaster areas. Following the President's declaration of a major disaster in Los Angeles County, California due to wildfires and straight-line winds starting January 7, 2025, these exceptions have been granted for affected real estate transactions until January 8, 2028. The exceptions aim to facilitate recovery and are consistent with safe banking practices, as long as certain conditions are met, like having a commitment to fund transactions and ensuring the property's value is supportive.

    Simple Explanation

    When big fires and strong winds hit Los Angeles, special rules were made so banks could help people buy and sell houses there without waiting too long for paperwork. This helps everyone get back on their feet faster, just like when you quickly fix your toys after a storm so you can play again.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 2491
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is seeking public comments on renewing an information collection related to "Investment Securities" under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request is part of the OCC’s ongoing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden. The OCC plans to gather feedback until March 15, 2021, and is interested in opinions on the utility, accuracy, and burden of the information collected, as well as ideas for improving data collection methods. Comments received will be considered when the OCC submits its request for renewal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

    Simple Explanation

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) wants people to tell them if the way they collect information about "Investment Securities" is helpful or too complicated. They are asking for ideas on how to make it easier and to see if it takes too long, like nearly 460 hours, to complete this task each year.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11590
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is inviting comments from the public and other federal agencies on its plan to renew the information collection titled "Fiduciary Activities" as part of the Paperwork Reduction Act requirements. The OCC aims to reduce paperwork and ensure compliance by using a valid OMB control number and has already submitted the renewal request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. Interested parties can submit comments by March 29, 2021, with specific instructions provided to guide the submission process. The OCC's initiative is focused on improving the utility and effectiveness of information collection while minimizing the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is asking people to share their thoughts about renewing a process where banks tell the government how they take care of other people's money, like a treasure keeper. They're doing this to make sure it’s not too much work for the banks and to keep everything clear and organized.