Advocacy
Are you and your credit union colleagues registered to vote?
Your vote helps you and people throughout your community achieve financial well-being.
Exercise your right to vote to help shape the direction of your community, state, and country.
Lawmakers have the power to change the credit union landscape with the stroke of a pen. Cornerstone is your advocate in the legislative and regulatory world, manning the front lines in the state capitals and Washington - in the hearings, offices, and hallways - safeguarding the interests of credit unions and ensuring that financial cooperatives continue to flourish. By developing long-term legislative strategies, maintaining vigilance with regulatory agencies, keeping League members informed of developments, magnifying the voice of credit unions everywhere, Cornerstone works to preserve an environment in which credit unions not only exist, but thrive.
Legislative Priorities
Legislative advocacy efforts at the state and national level.
Regulatory Priorities
Regulatory relief efforts at the state and national level.
Action Center
Opportunities for credit unions to get involved and show support.
Advocacy News
Want to stay in the know about what's going on during your state's legislative session? Sign up now to receive the Legislative Reporter, an exclusive publication for member credit union staff and volunteers.
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Advocacy Champion Spotlight: Salvador Guerrero
Advocacy champions are individuals who make a lasting impact—one conversation, one connection, and one policy at a time. Discover how Salvador Guerrero makes it happen. -
It’s Time to Update Your Project Zip Code Data
A simple data update today can strengthen advocacy efforts for the entire credit union movement. -
CDFI Fund RIFs Rescinded, Delivering a Major Win for Credit Unions
The credit union movement is celebrating a major advocacy win this week as the shutdown-related reductions in force at the CDFI Fund have officially been reversed.
Advocacy Events
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Hike the Hill
Washington, D.C.Join Cornerstone as we visit with key regulatory agencies and members of Congress in Washington DC. -
Missouri Legislative Summit
Jefferson City, MOThe 2026 Legislative Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocacy experts for a forward-looking day of insight and strategy. -
St. Louis Chapter 2026 Legislative Reception
St. Charles, MOThe St. Louis Chapter of Credit Unions is proud to host this year’s St. Louis Legislative Reception. This event will allow you the opportunity to share how credit unions impact local communities and the lives of Missouri residents.