The Federal Reserve System has released a notice about applications under the Change in Bank Control Act. This announcement concerns individuals and trusts seeking to acquire shares in banks or bank holding companies. Specifically, the Pratt Family PFBS Irrevocable Trust aims to join a control group to acquire voting shares of PFBS Holdings, Inc., which would give them control over Lakeside Bank in Texas. Comments on these applications are welcome until February 27, 2025, and can be submitted to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas or the Board of Governors.
Simple Explanation
The Federal Reserve has a new rule: if someone wants to buy lots of bank shares to gain control, like a family or trust, they need to ask for permission. Right now, a family trust wants to control a bank in Texas, and people can tell the Federal Reserve what they think about this until February 27, 2025.