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2026-05797 — Third-Party Servicing of Indirect Vehicle Loans

The NCUA wants to make it easier for credit unions to use third-party companies to handle indirect vehicle loans by cutting some complicated rules. This change will save money and reduce paperwork, helping credit unions serve their members faster and better. If you have thoughts, speak up by May 26, 2026!

2026-04761 — Records Preservation Program and Appendices-Record Retention Guidelines; Catastrophic Act Preparedness Guidelines

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is updating its rules to make it easier for credit unions to keep important records safe, especially during disasters. This update clarifies rules, updates definitions, and removes old appendices, helping credit unions protect member info without confusion. Comments on these changes are open until May 11, 2026, with no new costs expected.

2026-04154 — Regulatory Publication and Voluntary Review as Contemplated by the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act of 1996

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is reviewing its rules to cut out old, unnecessary, or tough regulations that slow things down. This final review focuses on rules about corporate credit unions, staff roles, anti-money laundering, procedures, and safety. If you’re involved with credit unions, now’s your chance to comment by June 1, 2026, helping shape smarter, simpler rules without extra costs.

2026-03802 — Renewal of Agency Information Collections of Previously Approved Collections; Request for Comments

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is renewing and updating some paperwork rules that credit unions follow to keep important records safe and organized. This affects about 4,300 credit unions, who’ll keep doing their record-keeping with a few tweaks and fewer participants than before. If you want to share your thoughts, make sure to comment by March 30, 2026—no extra costs, just keeping things running smoothly!

2025-22654 — Renewal of Agency Information Collections for Comments Request: Proposed Collections

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) is asking for public comments as it renews two important paperwork collections that help credit unions keep vital records safe and follow their bylaws. This affects credit unions, which are nonprofit groups, and aims to keep their operations smooth and secure without adding new costs. Comments are due by February 10, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!

2025-06748 — Temporary Exceptions to FIRREA Appraisal Requirements in Los Angeles County as Affected by California Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds

If you’re dealing with real estate loans or sales in Los Angeles County after the recent wildfires and strong winds, good news! The usual strict property appraisal rules are temporarily relaxed to help speed things up. These special rules last until January 8, 2028, giving banks and buyers more flexibility during recovery.

Previous: 2026-03753 — Post-Election Training for New Board Members

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) wants to drop the rule that new federal credit union board members must learn finance and accounting within six months of joining. This change affects all new board members and aims to give them more flexibility without strict deadlines. Comments on this proposal are open until April 27, 2026, and there’s no direct cost impact.

Next: 2026-03755 — Purchase, Sale, and Pledge of Eligible Obligations

The National Credit Union Administration wants to make rules easier for federal credit unions when buying, selling, or pledging eligible obligations. They’re cutting out detailed lists and extra conflict-of-interest rules to keep things simple and flexible. Credit unions and their officials should weigh in by April 27, 2026, to help shape these smarter, smoother policies.