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In this week’s Leaguer, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announces a special session beginning July 8 but hasn’t yet revealed the agenda items that lawmakers will meet to debate. Stay tuned.
Abbott Calls for Special Session Beginning July 8
Gov. Greg Abbott has called for a special session of the Texas Legislature to begin on July 8. Special sessions run for 30 days and cover specific agenda items.
Cornerstone/TXCUA Hold Virtual Wrap-Up of Texas Legislative Session
Cornerstone League held a virtual call on Monday to brief members about Texas’ 2021 regular legislative session.
Cornerstone Resources Partners with Digitized Solutions Provider SeeEverything to Improve CU Performance
Cornerstone Resources has partnered with SeeEverything Limited, a leading-edge global provider of software solutions that digitize coaching and compliance frameworks, operating rhythms, and member conversations to help financial institutions drive superior performance while improving commercial outcomes.
Cornerstone Foundation Names New Trustees, Elects Officers
The Cornerstone Foundation recently named two new trustees: Brad Scheidt, EVP and chief finance and strategy officer for Oklahoma Central Credit Union, and Brent Rempe, chief revenue officer of Allegiance Credit Union.
REMINDER to Oklahoma CUs: Virtual Legislative Recap on June 29
Just a reminder for our Oklahoma credit union CEOs and legislative coordinators to register for the virtual Oklahoma Legislative Session Recap on June 29 at 3 p.m. CT.
Sign Up for SYNG When You Register for ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit
While the sign-up for lip-syncing acts has closed, Cornerstone is still taking reservations for the live SYNG event, which takes place Sept. 9 during this year’s ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit (Sept. 8–10) in Denver, Colorado.
CUNA/Leagues Hold Joint Briefing with Congressional Hispanic Caucus
CUNA and the leagues held a joint briefing on Monday with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus’s BOLD PAC and its members on the House Financial Services Committee.
Time Is Running Out! 2021 CDRLF Grant Round Closes June 26
Low-income-designated credit unions seeking Community Development Revolving Loan Fund grants, including Minority Depository Institution Mentoring grants, have until June 26 to submit their applications.
FFIEC Announces Availability of 2020 Data on Mortgage Lending
The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council announced the availability of data on 2020 mortgage lending transactions at 4,475 U.S. financial institutions reported under the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.
A+ FCU Wins 2021 Ethics in Business Award
Austin-based A+ Federal Credit Union has been named a winner in RecognizeGood’s 2021 Ethics in Business Awards in the Large Business category after receiving an independent nomination from an individual in the local community.
Education CU to Open 7th Branch at AmTech Career Academy
To support the education and future careers of students in Amarillo, Education Credit Union announces the creation of its 7th branch at Amarillo Independent School District’s AmTech Career Academy.
Texas Trust Credit Union Donates $1,250 to SafeHaven
One in three women will be affected by domestic violence in her lifetime. To help support women and children living in protective shelters due to family violence, Arlington-based Texas Trust Credit Union employees raised $1,250 and donated needed personal goods to Fort Worth’s SafeHaven of Tarrant County.
Texas Trust Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to AISD Graduates
Arlington Independent School District graduates Braden Cooner and Abagail Kevil each received $10,000 scholarships from Texas Trust Credit Union.
In This Week’s Leaguer
In this week’s Leaguer, Cornerstone has launched the “Leaving a Legacy” campaign to showcase the distinguished careers of industry trailblazers.
Leaving a Legacy: Committing to the Credit Union Movement
Those who leave a legacy have learned over the years that being an employee at a credit union is not just a job; it’s not just clocking in until it’s time to go home.
Register Now for Oklahoma or Texas Legislative Recap
Cornerstone will be hosting virtual legislative recaps for Oklahoma and Texas legislatures.
Q1 Peer-to-Peer Reports Available Now
The first quarter 2021 Peer-to-Peer reports are now available online at Cornerstone League. These dues-supported reports are posted under the Member Services tab and the Statistics and Reports block.
Credit Unions Care: Living Our Values Through Charitable Acts
On June 11 Cornerstone launched Credit Unions Care Day in honor of retired EVP/CFO/CAO Karen Hart’s many contributions to the credit union movement. Credit Unions Care is Hart’s brainchild after graduating from National Credit Union Foundation’s Development Educators class.
Still Time to Sponsor Night for the House
You still have time to become a sponsor for the 11th annual Night for the House on June 24.
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