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CSBS calls for a careful preemption analysis of the impact of the Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act given the operational complexities and compliance risks for both national and state-chartered banks. Read more: csbs.org/newsroom/csbs-…

The FFIEC announced proposed revisions to the CAMELS framework. Read the statement: csbs.org/newsroom/ffiec…

In a statement today, CSBS voiced its opposition to the OCC’s final rules that broadly preempt state interest on escrow laws. Read the release: csbs.org/newsroom/occs-…

Share your thoughts on the economy and more in the 2026 CSBS Annual Survey of Community Banks. This is an opportunity to share your bank’s perspective on community banking with researchers, regulators, and policymakers. Submit responses by June 30. frbstlspra.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8A…

CSBS, joined by the Money Transmitter Regulators Association, submitted comments to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency on its proposed rule implementing the GENIUS Act. Read the letter: csbs.org/newsroom/occ-s…

CSBS appreciates @SenJackReed and 14 Senators urging the OCC to withdraw proposals preempting state escrow interest laws. These protections matter for homeowners, and the proposals don’t meet the legal standard. Read the letter: reed.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/…

Exciting news—five student teams have advanced to the 2026 CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition finals. Read the release: csbs.org/newsroom/five-…

New MTMA guidance is here! CSBS has clarified how stablecoins and right-of-use leases apply under the MTMA framework. Read the blog post: csbs.org/new-mtma-guida…

The 2026 CSBS Community Bank Case Study Competition is heating up, with fifteen student teams from universities across the country advancing to the second round! Learn more: csbs.org/newsroom/fifte…

CSBS Chief Economist Thomas F. Siems weighs in on this quarter's CBSI results in a CSBS blog post. Read the blog post: csbs.org/uncertainty-so…

While community bankers remain optimistic about the future, their outlook on the impact of monetary policies and regulation is waning. Read the full press release: csbs.org/newsroom/commu…

CSBS supports the Ninth Circuit decision upholding state interest-on-escrow laws which have long protected homeowners. Read the statement: csbs.org/newsroom/csbs-…

At #ABASummit, @CSBSNews CEO Brandon Milhorn explains why support for innovation must be paired with guardrails that keep stablecoins “focused on payments and not disintermediating banking." Watch 👇

CSBS announced today that Sabrina Bergen has been appointed Chief of Staff to the President and CEO. We’re excited for her leadership in this new role. Read the press release: csbs.org/newsroom/sabri…

Our new NMLS LinkedIn page is live! This page provides mortgage industry professionals with information on system enhancements, policy updates, continuing education, upcoming events, and more. Check out the new NMLS LinkedIn page and follow today: linkedin.com/company/nmls

Save the date for the 2026 @CBResearchConf, co-sponsored by @federalreserve, @CSBSNews and @FDICgov, set for Oct. 6-7, in St. Louis bit.ly/403REM8

Today CSBS submitted a comment letter raising concerns with the OCC’s proposed changes to its national trust charter regulations. Read more: csbs.org/newsroom/occ-c…

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In this new “State of the System” episode, Yevgeny Shrago, CSBS senior director, regulatory policy, discusses how stablecoins work & why they are drawing so much attention. Shrago also highlights how the GENIUS Act will provide a new regulatory framework for payment stablecoins.

CSBS announced today the hiring of Chad Davis to lead congressional engagement efforts on behalf of state financial regulators as senior vice president, legislative policy, effective Jan. 26. Read more about his new role at CSBS: csbs.org/newsroom/chad-…