NCUA to Amend Chartering and Field of Membership Rules for Greater Access to Federal Credit Union Services

Summary

The NCUA Board is making significant changes to its chartering and field of membership rules to expand access to federal credit union services, while adhering to applicable laws and regulations, and reorganizing the rules for greater efficiency.

Original source language: Federal Register — National Credit Union AdministrationOpen original release →

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