Large Turnout for Annual State Gov’t Affairs Conference
On January 27, over 270 credit union professionals from across Wisconsin shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League’s annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison. During those meetings, attendees shared their support for legislation to prevent financial fraud, strengthen financial literacy education, and rein in predatory lending practices.
It’s the International Year of Cooperatives!
The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how cooperatives build a better world through their vital role in sustainable development, inclusive growth, and strengthening community resilience. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are uniquely equipped to foster financial well-being for all through their adherence to the seven Cooperative Principles originally adopted by The International Cooperative Alliance and an emerging eighth cooperative principle set by the National Credit Union Foundation and America’s Credit Unions.
CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions support their members and communities– a monthly series.
Latest News
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Capitol Eyes 6.11.20
Under: Advocacy
The League has elected to temporarily change Capital Eyes from a biweekly to a monthly message for June, July and August. The League is continuing our advocacy activities with state and federal officials, candidates, and regulators, ensuring we will have valuable content for the less frequent summer editions.
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Capitol Eyes 5.29.20
Under: Advocacy
Earlier this year, UW Credit Union President/CEO Paul Kundert was appointed by Governor Evers to serve on the Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt. Kundert’s presence on the Task Force ensures credit unions will continue to play a key role in working to combat the student debt crisis.
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Capitol Eyes 5.14.20
Under: Advocacy
State Senator Tom Tiffany (R-Hazelhurst) won Tuesday’s 7th Congressional District special election, to fill the seat vacated by former Congressman Sean Duffy (R-Weston) last September.
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Capitol Eyes 4.30.20
Under: Advocacy
Last Friday, the Federal Reserve Board announced it will amend Reg. D, deleting the six-per-month limit on certain savings account transfers at a time when access to these accounts are crucial.
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Wisconsin’s Credit Unions Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19
Under: Coronavirus
Wisconsin’s credit unions are rising to the immense challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic to continue to serve the needs of their 3.3 million members and the communities they live and work in.
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Capitol Eyes 4.17.20
Under: Advocacy
On Wednesday afternoon, Governor Evers signed Wisconsin Act 185 in order to provide support for Wisconsinites impacted by COVID-19.
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Capitol Eyes 4.3.20
Under: Advocacy
Last week, League staff, with League Board member and Fort Community Credit Union Chief Lending Officer Danielle Frawley, participated in a call with Congressman Bryan Steil (R- Janesville) and financial services legislative aids from the Wisconsin Congressional Delegation.
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WI Banks and Credit Unions Prepare to Process Payroll Protection Loans
Under: Coronavirus, Press Release
On behalf of Wisconsin’s community banks and credit unions, we want to assure the state’s small businesses that we are eager to be your partner in weathering financial challenges brought on by this unprecedented pandemic.
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REAL Solutions® Initiative Grant Impacts High School Students
Under: Foundation, Grants
In 2019, The League’s 7 Rivers Region Chapter received a $3,000 REAL Solutions® Initiative Grant from The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation. Here’s what Janelle Black, the Fundraising Liaison for 7 Rivers, had to share about the impact this grant made for area high school students.
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WI Financial Institutions Focus on Service During the COVID-19 Crisis
Under: Coronavirus, Press Release
Wisconsin financial institutions understand the importance of stable and uninterrupted delivery of important financial services, such as access to money and credit, during this time of crisis.