Current legislation:

• Credit unions get support of local legislator
• Bankers attack Credit Union Regulatory Relief Act

For years, banks have publicly and legally challenged credit unions, attempting to limit who we can serve and require us to pay additional taxes.

As banks continue their efforts, it is important that credit unions involve themselves in legislative affairs to garner lawmakers' support. Read more.

Helpful resources

• Save Missouri credit unions - Learn how credit unions make a difference every day and how you can get involved in the campaign to protect them.
• Project Vote Smart - Look up your local politicians, their voting records, and how to contact them with your feedback on and questions about credit union issues.
• What is a credit union? - Explore the credit union difference and take advantage of financial resources to help you make the most of your money.
• Credit unions make friends, but not with bankers - This article from The Regional Economist gives an unbiased look into the history of credit unions and their struggles with banks.