New Bank Mergers and Holdings: Share Thoughts with the Fed Soon
Published Date: 9/23/2026
Notice
Summary
Some companies want to become bank holding companies or buy banks, and the Federal Reserve is checking their applications. If you want to share your thoughts, you have until October 23, 2026, to send comments. This process affects banks, companies, and the public by making sure these deals are safe and fair.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Public comment window on bank deals
You can send written comments on proposed bank holding company formations, acquisitions, or mergers. Comments must be received by October 23, 2026, at the Federal Reserve Bank indicated or at the Board of Governors in Washington, DC.
Comments will be publicly disclosed
Comments submitted on these applications are subject to public disclosure and generally will be made available without change. The notice warns commenters not to include confidential information that would be inappropriate for public disclosure.
Applications available for public inspection
The public portions of the applications and related filings are available for immediate inspection at the Federal Reserve Bank(s) listed and at the Board of Governors. You can also request the information via the Board's Freedom of Information Office, including expedited requests.
Specific acquisition under review in Kansas City
Security Bancshares Corporation, Wewoka, Oklahoma, has applied to acquire The State Bank of Wynnewood, Wynnewood, Oklahoma; comments about this application must be received by October 23, 2026, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City or the Board of Governors.
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