Bill would let healthy credit unions cut board meetings to six a year
Passed one chamberH.R. 975Latest action
Sponsor: Juan Vargas · Representative · CA
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Official title: Credit Union Board Modernization Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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HR 975 would let financially healthy federal credit unions meet six times a year instead of monthly.
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What does this do?
HR 975 ends the requirement that all federal credit union boards meet monthly. New credit unions still meet monthly for five years, well-rated and financially healthy ones could meet six times a year with one meeting per quarter, and lower-rated ones would still meet monthly.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects federal credit unions and their volunteer board members, most of whom are unpaid. It does not directly affect members' accounts, deposits, or services.
Why does it matter?
The change alters internal governance requirements based on a credit union's age and regulatory ratings, reducing meeting frequency for stronger institutions while keeping stricter oversight for new or troubled ones.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 4, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Feb 11, 2025
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.