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Dec 11, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Time running out on stimulus grassroots

With Congress running out of time to pass a stimulus package by year-end, ICBA is calling on community bankers to reach out to their lawmakers and enlist small-business customers on outstanding priorities.

Dec 10, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
Grassroots urgent as stimulus talks heat up

As congressional negotiations over an economic stimulus package heat up, ICBA continues calling on community bankers to urge their lawmakers to include ICBA-advocated provisions.

Dec 10, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
SBA issues FAQ on PPP questionnaires

The SBA updated its Paycheck Protection Program frequently asked questions with guidance on why some PPP borrowers are receiving a loan necessity questionnaire.

Dec 9, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA urges Congress to pass stimulus relief

ICBA called on Congress to enact pandemic relief legislation before the close of the 116th Congress.

Nov 30, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
SBA issues instructions on "loan necessity" questionnaires

The SBA issued to lenders a letter and instructions on the agency's "loan necessity" questionnaire for Paycheck Protection Program loans of $2 million or more.

Nov 30, 2020 | NewsWatch Today
ICBA calling for lame-duck grassroots

ICBA is calling on community bankers to urge Congress to pass much-needed economic stimulus measures during the lame-duck session.