NCRC STATEMENT: Lawsuit Alleging KeyBank Misled Investors Should Not Surprise Anyone Who’s Paid Attention To The Bank’s Broken Promises To Communities
“The allegations in this new lawsuit…make me wonder: What else is KeyBank hiding?”
Victory: Figure Bank’s Withdrawn Charter Application Shows The Uninsured National Bank Idea Is Dead
Figure Bank’s decision to give up on seeking a charter for an uninsured national bank signals that fintechs are not going to be able to evade Community Reinvestment Act obligations.
Scholarship Opportunity: Become HUD Certified
Apply for a scholarship to attend NCRC’s in-person HUD Certification training August 14 to August 18, 2023, in Denver. To participate in the in-person training, attendees must apply for a scholarship. A new course from the National Community Reinvestment Coalition invites you to immerse yourself into the process of HUD housing counseling certification. The course,
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NCRC STATEMENT: Figure Bank’s Decision To Abandon Pursuit Of A Federal Banking Charter Is Good News For Communities And Consumers
Figure Bank’s application for an OCC banking charter would have helped fintech companies crack the foundations of the Community Reinvestment Act.
NCRC Statement On Latest Partisan Attack On CFPB’s Section 1071 Small Business Lending Rules
Small business owners deserve the clarity and confidence that the CFPB’s Section 1071 rules will bring to the market for small business loans.
Congressional Republicans Are Trying To Kill CFPB’s Section 1071 Small Business Lending Rules Before They Take Effect
Anyone who wants to build a more just economy should be aware of this tactic and ready to fight it – not just on Section 1071 but on other big pending reforms.
How The Government’s New “FedNow” Immediate-Payment System Will Benefit Consumers And Banks Alike
The launch of FedNow marks a great accomplishment — But to realize the full potential of the faster payments system, more needs to be done.
Fatal Flaws In Draft Crypto Regulations From House Republicans Mean Lawmakers Should Start Over
Crypto regulations proposed by House Republicans would help unscrupulous digital asset creators prey upon retail investors.
From Affirmative Action To Reparations: Bridging Racial Economic Inequality
As the Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action, state and local lawmakers are increasingly taking action to repair racial divides through policies designed to address racial inequality.
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DCWBC Women Entrepreneur Profile: GoPursue
This is part of a series of profiles showcasing the talented entrepreneurs of NCRC’s DC Women’s Business Center. GoPursue is a women-owned business started by Kathryn Breisch that helps students discover careers. What kind of product or service do you sell? We’re a Software-as-a-Service company that helps high school and college students figure out what
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NCRC Laments Supreme Court Affirmative Action Ruling That Condemns Black America To Further Neglect
“The end of affirmative action will have repercussions far beyond college campus life,” NCRC President and CEO Jesse Van Tol said of the Supreme Court’s ruling.
Tenant Screening Systems Are Unfair To Black And Brown People. Here’s What Our Government Should Do About It.
The acute shortage of affordable housing is exacerbating another long-standing problem: Racial discrimination by landlords tenant screening for rental housing.
NCRC And Santander US Unveil New Community Plan
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. and NCRC announce a new community benefits agreement focused on community development and sustainable finance.
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NCRC Statement: New Affordable Housing Legislation From Maxine Waters Deserves A Floor Vote
These bills are an opportunity for congressional leadership to show that both parties view affordable housing as a national priority.
Understanding The Dire Economic And Health Inequities Facing Transgender Americans
In recognition of Pride Month this June, this piece details the special threats to health equity that haunt the transgender community.
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