BANK NOTES
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ICBA and State Groups Urge Broad Implementation of ACRE Act Tax Exclusion
Community bankers across the country are calling on the Treasury Department to fully implement a new tax provision that supports lending to farmers and ranchers. The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), along with its affiliated state associations including the Idaho Bankers Association submitted a joint letter urging the Treasury to adopt a broad…
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Community Bankers Unite to Address Payments Fraud
The Idaho Bankers Association, along with 44 state and regional associations and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), recently submitted joint comments in response to the OCC, Federal Reserve, and FDIC’s request for information on payments fraud. Together, this group represents thousands of community banks nationwide and is committed to ensuring the regulatory…
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Bankers Weigh in on FDIC’s Indexing Proposal
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is considering indexing certain regulatory thresholds, a move that could reshape how banks of all sizes experience compliance. The American Bankers Association (ABA) and state bankers associations, including the Idaho Bankers Association, submitted comments that voiced support while urging refinements to ensure the policy meets its intended goals.…
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Op Ed: Idaho small business depends on closing the stablecoin loophole
By: Mike Morrison Mike Morrison is the President and CEO of The Bank of Commerce and the chair of the Idaho Bankers Association. Innovation and tradition go hand in hand in Idaho. Our expanding tech corridor and agricultural economy might seem opposite on paper, but both rely on the same thing: a stable financial…
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Optimizing Workforce Development in Idaho Banks: Seizing Career Opportunities Amid Digital Transformation
In 2025, Idaho banks are experiencing significant transformation due to strategic workforce initiatives and technological advancements. This article explores how Idaho’s banking sector is addressing these changes and the impact on career opportunities. Learn more about digital transformation, workforce development programs, and the importance of continuous learning for banking professionals. Embracing Digital Transformation in Idaho Banks Idaho banks are…
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mysherpas Unveils Patented AI-Driven Lending Platform, Defining a New Technology Category in Commercial Lending
Designed to solve the real problem in lending and eliminate inefficiencies, enhance collaboration, and secure data management, giving early adopters a competitive edge. SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — mysherpas, the leader in AI-driven commercial lending solutions, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking new category defining lending platform, a new brand identity, and…