​WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) called on its member credit unions to join its efforts in urging both houses of Congress to pass a "clean" FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and protect the industry's current tax exemption status.

​WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Defense Credit Union (DCUC) is proud to announce the formation of its Defending Credit Unions Political Action Committee, (DCU PAC), and National Advocacy Fund, (DCU NAF).

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) congratulates Lauren Culp as the new Executive Director of the National Credit Union Foundation (NCUF).

“DCUC is thrilled to see Lauren Culp appointed as the new Executive Director of the National Credit Union Foundation. Lauren is a strong credit union advocate and an important voice throughout this industry,” said Anthony Hernandez, DCUC President/CEO. “We look forward to continuing our long-term relationship with Lauren and the Foundation. DCUC also congratulates Gigi Hyland on her retirement and thanks her for all her support to DCUC and our member credit unions over the years.”

​WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the Defense Credit Union Council, (DCUC), sent a letter addressed to Senators Richard Blumenthal and Elizabeth Warren, and Representative Maxine Waters expressing its opposition to S. 4943, the “Protecting Consumers from Payment Scams Act.” This legislation proposes to expand the scope of the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA).

​WASHINGTON, DC – The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is proud to announce its 2024 Conference with a Purpose fundraiser raised a total of $25,000 for USA Cares. This brings the total funds for DCUC’s Conference with a Purpose raised to $463,000 since 2003.

​ST. PETERSBURG, FL – On Friday, August 16, the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) officially concluded its 2024 Annual Conference. Throughout this year’s conference, attendees and guests were a part of valuable discussions and heard from several influential speakers including military and industry leaders.

​ST. PETERSBURG, FL – On Thursday, August 15, the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) held its annual 2024 Hall of Honor Dinner and ceremony. Every year, DCUC honors individuals whose contributions over the years have made a significant difference to DCUC and the defense credit union community.

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Defense Credit Union Council’s (DCUC) 2024 Annual Conference moved into another conference day where DCUC Chief Advocacy Officer, Jason Stverak, welcomed several guest speakers and industry leaders to the stage for discussions on current and future industry insights.

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) 2024 Annual Conference continued on Wednesday, August 14, beginning with its patriotic opening ceremony led by DCUC Board Chair Jack Fallis. During his opening remarks, Fallis touched on DCUC’s growth and broadened mission over the years, and how the Council is positioning its representation on behalf of all credit unions serving military and veterans’ financial needs. 

ST. PETERSBURG, FL – The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) continued its Annual Conference on Tuesday, August 13, with its first keynote speaker presentation, DCUC Advocacy Update, and six sponsor breakout sessions.