America’s credit unions remain focused on improving the financial well-being for their more than 130 million credit union members across the country. We do this by ensuring every person has complete, affordable access to the knowledge and tools they need to make confident and smart financial decisions. We put people over profit.

Learn what the top regulatory issues facing credit unions are so you can share your concerns and experiences with your Member of Congress.

Keep this sheet on hand when you’re meeting with your Members of Congress. Access past bill numbers, titles, and who the sponsors and co-sponsors were. Use it to inform and educate your legislators on the specific pieces of legislation that are impacting credit unions.

This document contains key talking points for you to reference with your lawmaker. Along with the top issues, you’ll also be able to share details about each and the impact they have on the credit union movement.

Consumers across the country rely on credit cards to make life happen, from paying for groceries and school supplies to covering emergency car repairs or medical expenses. Accepted nearly everywhere, credit cards offer robust security, fraud protection, and access to credit that may not otherwise be available. Learn the stats, facts, and lingo to discuss this important topic with your Member of Congress.

Review CrossState’s guide on the Expanding Access to Lending Options Act (H.R. 6933) and learn about key people who would benefit from more lending options.

Review CrossState’s guide on the Veterans Member Business Loan Act (S. 539 and H.R. 4867), and how credit unions can be at the forefront of helping our veterans establish their lives.

Share the importance of credit unions and highlight the credit union difference with your Member of Congress. Provide facts and figures of how much credit unions have saved and helped members. Building off these details with your own stories, experiences, and anecdotes will make the largest impact on your legislators.

Share the importance of credit unions and highlight the credit union difference with your Member of Congress. Provide facts and figures of how much credit unions have saved and helped members. Building off these details with your own stories, experiences, and anecdotes will make the largest impact on your legislators.