​This week, DCUC continued to champion the interests of defense credit unions by sending letters to Capitol Hill defending against tax discussions and providing comments ahead of congressional hearings.

We remain focused on ensuring credit unions stay at the forefront of key policy debates and are committed to supporting you and highlighting your critical role in America's financial ecosystem.

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Why does it feel like everything is on the table and up for grabs in DC these days? Because that’s exactly what’s going on in Our Nation’s Capital. And for defense credit unions, and all credit unions, the very real possibility of major changes at federal regulatory agencies is keeping DCUC on its toes in an effort to keep up with (and hopefully influence) those major changes in the coming weeks and months.

Advocacy Must Be Job One
Credit unions have long stood as pillars of financial security, providing service-driven, not-for-profit alternatives to traditional banks. However, today’s credit union industry faces an unprecedented wave of legislative, regulatory, and competitive threats that could fundamentally alter our ability to serve our members. From the CEO to the frontline teller, advocacy is no longer optional—it is a necessity for survival.

​Having completed the first year of our three-year strategic plan, DCUC is reviewing its recent accomplishments across the board, vis-à-vis specific milestones and desired conditions. I knew long before preparing my annual presidential report that our association has accomplished many things over the last year. However, as I started linking outcomes with objective throughout our plan, it was amazing how much progress and growth DCUC experienced in 2024.