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In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … Federal Housing Finance Agency proposes to repeal rule State attorneys general urge passage of cannabis banking rule Oklahoma Bankers Hall of Fame accepting nominations for 2025 OBA Emering Leaders Academy accepting applications OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … Banking agencies seek comment on regulatory burden One-time password bots responsible customer account takeovers? OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might be of interest to our bankers this week! •        •         • Just a …

Take note the OBA 2025-26 Emerging Leaders Academy is currently accepting applications. We’re looking for the best and brightest bankers who seek to sharpen their leadership skills. There are six sessions to the Academy: Nov. 13, Dec. 11, Jan. 23, Feb. 25, March 27, April 24. Each session delivers takeaways that can be implemented immediately. Graduation will take place in May 2026 …

In This Issue… OBA Emerging Leaders Academy accepting applications Join your your peers on Capitol Hill: 2025 OBA Annual Washington Visit set! OBA Book Club discussing Unreasonable Hospitality on July 29 OBA education corner … OBA Emerging Leaders Academy accepting applications Take note the OBA 2025-26 Emerging Leaders Academy is currently accepting applications. We’re looking for the best and brightest bankers who …

The state officially began issuing electronic titles by default for title transactions at the beginning of this month, with limited exceptions. To ensure that you have a seamless experience, the Service Oklahoma team will continue to support you in the months ahead. Just email ELTaccounts@service.ok.gov if you have questions or need assistance with your OkCARS accounts. As a reminder, although …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … FDIC report shows institutions overwhelmingly rated well in consumer compliance OBA Emerging Leaders Academy application coming soon Deadline extended to participate in salary survey Reference books updated, available from OBA OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some random tidbits that might be of …

Please note: We are shifting the Washington Visit dates to Sept. 14-16 (from the original Sept. 21-23), and the hotel will remain The Mayflower Hotel. The OBA staff and the OBA Executive Committee made this decision to accommodate adjusted Senate/House calendars. Click here to register online or submit the registration form available in the brochure. If you have any questions, contact Megan McGuire.

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … New dates set for OBA Washington Visit: Sept. 14-16 ABA, state bankers associations signal support for tax provisions in budget bill Agencies allow banks to collect CIP data from third parties Electronic title issuance launch begins OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some …

In This Issue… From Adrian’s desk … President signs bill stopping OCC bank merger rule Gold scams rise again Launch looms for electronic title issuance looms OBA Book Club announces next selection meeting 2026 Oklahoma Views & Vistas Calendar available for early-bird orders OBA education corner … From Adrian’s desk … By Adrian Beverage OBA President & CEO Just some …

The federal banking agencies today issued updated host-state loan-to-deposit ratios that they will use to determine compliance with Section 109 of the Riegle-Neal Interstate Banking and Branching Efficiency Act. Oklahoma stayed at 86% in the ratios released, same as last year, although a 10% jump from 2023. Section 109 prohibits banks from establishing or acquiring branches outside their home states …