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Dec 21, 2020 | Press Release
ICBA Secures Relief in New Stimulus Measure

The Independent Community Bankers of America thanked Congress for passing compromise economic stimulus legislation with ICBA-advocated provisions supporting local communities.

Dec 21, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Community Bank Provisions of Bipartisan Bicameral Stimulus Package

Congress is expected to vote this week on legislation designed to provide economic relief for communities, small businesses, families, and individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic as well as public health measures.

Dec 21, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Congress announces stimulus deal outline

Congressional leaders announced the outline of a deal for an economic stimulus package and year-end spending bill, with passage expected as soon as today.

Dec 15, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Bipartisan stimulus proposal includes ICBA priorities

Draft proposed legislation released by a bipartisan group of lawmakers includes ICBA-advocated stimulus priorities.

Dec 15, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Romero Rainey: Act now on stimulus push

ICBA President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey called on community bankers to make a final push for Congress to pass an economic relief package with key stimulus priorities.

Dec 14, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA, state groups continue push for EIDL fix

ICBA and 44 state community banking associations called on Congress to fully forgive Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advances for recipients who also have a Paycheck Protection Program loan.