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The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is announcing a notice of submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding the renewal of their information collection practices under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This involves collecting data from federally insured credit unions (FICUs) that must request approval before purchasing assets or assuming liabilities from other institutions. The public is invited to comment on this collection process, focusing on the need, accuracy, and ways to improve this data collection process. Comments should be submitted by January 27, 2025, to ensure they are considered.

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.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is revising its Call Report, Form 5300, which credit unions use to submit quarterly financial and statistical data. The changes, influenced by public comments, include the removal of certain accounts and the addition of new ones to improve monitoring of credit union activities. Notable revisions involve reporting on loans to officials, assets pledged, and maturity distribution of uninsured shares, with some proposals adjusted based on feedback. The updates aim to enhance oversight while managing the reporting burden and are scheduled to be effective by March 31, 2025.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) held a closed meeting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in Alexandria, VA. The meeting was closed to the public because it involved personnel matters and was held with less than seven days' notice for agency business reasons. For more information, Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, Secretary of the Board, can be contacted at 703-518-6304.

The National Credit Union Administration is holding an open public meeting via live webcast due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2021. During the meeting, the agenda includes a briefing on the Share Insurance Fund Quarterly Report, a discussion of rules concerning Joint Ownership Share Accounts, and a briefing about the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021's Emergency Capital Investment Program. For more information, contact Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, the Secretary of the Board, at the provided phone number.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced a closed meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025, at their board room in Alexandria, VA. The meeting was determined necessary on short notice to discuss personnel matters, which were not disclosed due to relevant exemptions. The public was informed that prior notice of the meeting could not be provided. For further inquiries, individuals were advised to contact Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, the Secretary of the Board.

The NCUA Board has finalized a rule to adjust the maximum amounts of civil monetary penalties (CMPs) it can impose, based on inflation, as mandated by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. These adjustments, which must be made annually, are calculated by comparing the consumer price index for previous years. The new rule takes effect immediately upon publication and applies to penalties assessed for violations from November 2, 2015, onward. The adjustments are largely technical and do not require public notice or comment.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board is proposing a rule change that would allow federally insured credit unions to request exemptions from certain requirements for filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). This rule is aimed at providing relief to credit unions that develop innovative ways to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act while ensuring safe and sound practices. The proposal includes a 30-day comment period for public feedback and outlines that exemptions may be granted conditionally or unconditionally after consulting with relevant agencies. This change aims to support financial institutions in using new technologies and approaches for monitoring and reporting financial crimes.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) plans to submit an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review, as specified by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This request involves standards under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), which sets guidelines for handling consumer credit information. Certain FCRA provisions have been adapted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), while others, such as those related to identity theft and card issuer duties, remain under NCUA's jurisdiction. The public is invited to provide comments by March 29, 2021.

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is holding an open meeting on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Room on the 7th floor at 1775 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA. During the meeting, the Board will discuss the Share Insurance Fund Quarterly Report and the designation of the NCUA Board Vice Chairman. For more information, individuals can contact Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks, the Secretary of the Board, at 703-518-6304.