Advocacy News & Updates

January Advocacy Update
Looming Government Shutdown Federally, the week kicked off with a big advocacy win with Senator Marshall withdrawing his plans to offer the Credit Card Competition

Managing the 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Proposal
As Tennessee and Mississippi credit unions continue to serve as the bedrock of financial stability for our local communities, we are closely monitoring a significant

Tennessee and Mississippi General Assemblies in Session and National Issues to Watch
Happy new year from your expanded Advocacy Team! With our first advocacy update of 2026, we’d like to start by officially welcoming our Mississippi colleagues

Treasury Department Issues Penny Rounding Guidance for Cash Transactions
More than a month after the U.S. Mint stopped printing pennies, there is now guidance on rounding for cash transactions. Shortly before Christmas, the Treasury

Tennessee Credit Unions Rally to Support Financial Literacy as Survey Results Highlight Urgent Need
A U.S. Chamber of Commerce survey, emphasizes the vital role of financial literacy in preparing individuals for the workforce. Key Findings from the Survey Addressing

Credit Union-Backed Van Epps Wins Tennessee 7th District Special Election Tuesday Night
The votes have been cast, tallied and the people of the 7th Congressional District have spoken. Representative-elect Matt Van Epps defeated State Rep. Aftyn Behn