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E-News 11-15-24 STATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Braun announces transition councils Gov.-elect Mike Braun announced the formation of transition councils, along with their appointed leadership and members, to guide state agency reviews, drive policy development across Indiana's government and prepare the incoming administration to implement Braun's agenda from day one.  Read more from State Affairs Indiana House committees keep leadership; only 1 new chair for 2025 The leadership of Indiana House committees will remain consistent for the upcoming session, with only one new chair among...
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E-News 11-8-24 STATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Braun wins governor's race, extending GOP's reign to 5 terms Mike Braun extended the Indiana Republican's gubernatorial dynasty to five terms when he defeated Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater on Tuesday in the most expensive statewide race in Indiana history. Read more from State Affairs Republicans capture Indiana House supermajority for seventh straight election Republicans have secured at least 69 House seats to the 30 Democratic seats, extending the GOP supermajority in place since the 2012 election. Read more from...
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E-News 11-1-24 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS FHFA ‘simplifies’ process for Federal Home Loan Bank funding for rental projects  The Federal Housing Finance Agency issued an advisory bulletin that it said would simplify the process of applying for funding for rental projects through the Federal Home Loan Banks’ affordable housing programs.  Read more FHFA updates Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac policies on appraisals, loan repurchase alternatives The Federal Housing Finance Agency announced updates to several Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac policies that the agency said are intended to promote...
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E-News 10-25-24 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Basel committee head urges adoption of new standards Erik Thedéen, the new chair of the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, is calling for the swift implementation of the latest Basel III standards. Speaking at the Institute of International Finance, Thedéen said the standards are important for global financial stability, warning against short-term policymaking that could weaken regulatory oversight. The U.S. has so far stalled its implementation, causing other regions to reconsider their commitments. Read more from American Banker CFPB issues...
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