FHFA’s Watt Defends Contentious Home Loan Bank Membership Plan
In an interview, FHFA Director Mel Watt said there needs to be greater clarity to ensure some entities aren't taking improper advantage of Federal Home Loan Bank membership. News
Senators Pressure FHFA to Reconsider Home Loan Bank Membership Rule
WASHINGTON — More than two dozen Senate lawmakers signed a letter this week that urges the Federal Housing Finance Agency to drop its proposal to tighten Federal Home Loan Bank membership rules. News
Lawmakers Pressure Agency to ‘Reconsider’ FHLB Membership Changes
More than 60 members of Congress joined banks and credit union trade groups this week in urging the agency to modify its plan to require members of the 12 regional Home Loan Banks to hold a certain percentage of mortgages on their books. News
FHFA Seeks to Tighten Membership Rules for Home Loan Banks
The Federal Housing Finance Agency issued a proposal Tuesday designed to exclude captive insurers from the Home Loan Bank system. News
