CRA

Federal Reserve: Speech by Governor Brainard on Modernizing and Strengthening CRA Regulations

At the National Congress of American Indians 77th Annual Convention & Marketplace (via webcast) Good afternoon and thank you to President Fawn Sharp and Kevin Allis of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) for inviting me to join your discussion.1 As the oldest and largest American Indian and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests…

OCC: Key Provisions of the June 2020 CRA Rule and Frequently Asked Questions

Summary The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published in the Federal Register on June 5, 2020, a final rule1 (June 2020 rule) that strengthens and modernizes the agency’s regulations under the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). This bulletin summarizes key provisions of the June 2020 rule, which became effective October 1, 2020. This bulletin provides responses…

FDIC: List of Banks Examined for CRA Compliance Issued

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today issued its list of state nonmember banks recently evaluated for compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). The list covers evaluation ratings that the FDIC assigned to institutions in August 2020.  The CRA is a 1977 law intended to encourage insured banks and thrifts to meet local credit…

OCC: CRA Evaluations for 22 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations Released

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released a list of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) performance evaluations that became public during the period of October 1, 2020 through October 31, 2020.  The list contains only national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches of foreign banks that have received ratings.  The…

Federal Reserve: Speech by Governor Brainard on Modernizing and Strengthening CRA Regulations

At the National Housing Conference National Advisory Council Meeting I want to thank David Dworkin for inviting me to participate in this discussion. I am pleased to be with you to talk about Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) modernization and how this process can help address the housing challenges facing minority and low- and moderate-income (LMI)…

Federal Reserve: Speech by Governor Brainard on Strengthening CRA Provisions Related to Minority Depository Institutions

I want to thank Kim Saunders and Kenneth Kelly for inviting me to join members of the National Bankers Association (NBA) for a conversation today.1 As mission-driven financial institutions with a focus on serving minority households and businesses, you see the significant racial disparities in our economy every day. Going into the crisis, Black and…

FDIC: List of Banks Examined for CRA Compliance Issued

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today issued its list of state nonmember banks recently evaluated for compliance with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). The list covers evaluation ratings that the FDIC assigned to institutions in July 2020. The CRA is a 1977 law intended to encourage insured banks and thrifts to meet local credit…

Federal Reserve: Speech by Governor Brainard on Modernizing and Strengthening CRA Regulations

Thank you for inviting me here today to take part in your Fall Leadership Meeting.1 We recognize that community banks play a vital role in the communities you serve. Your insights into local conditions and your long-standing customer relationships afford you a deep understanding of the needs and characteristics of the households and small businesses…

OCC: New CRA Modernization Resources Released

Summary The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today issued three items required to support the implementation of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rule the agency issued on June 5, 2020 (2020 rule). Note for Community Banks The “Community Reinvestment Act 2020 Rule Small Bank Compliance Guide” and other supporting materials pertain to…

OCC: CRA Evaluations for 12 National Banks and Federal Savings Associations Released

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released a list of Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) performance evaluations that became public during the period of September 1, 2020 through September 30, 2020.  The list contains only national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches of foreign banks that have received ratings.  The…