As we have noted in our many active lawsuits, regulators have frequently flouted the APA in recent years, and partisan agendas have too often driven a rulemaking process that is supposed to be even-handed and fact-based. We have the opportunity now to get it right — by following a transparent process and by working constructively to engage policymakers of both parties in crafting common sense regulations that ensure our banking sector remains safe, sound and well-capitalized. That’s how we bring about meaningful, long-lasting change. At ABA, we are ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work together with our state alliance partners — and we need your help. We need every banker in this country to stay engaged on the issues that matter. Reach out to your members of Congress, particularly in states where freshmen lawmakers are taking office. Get to know your representatives, invite them to your bank and introduce them to your customers and your employees. Help them to understand not just the important work banks do each day but the ripple effect that the provision of credit can have in our cities, towns and neighborhoods. Finally, I invite every banker in this country to join us in Washington, D.C., April 7-9 for the 2025 ABA Washington Summit. This year’s annual gathering of bank leaders will be critically important in making sure we have a policy environment that will unleash economic growth and allow banks to serve their customers and communities. We need all of you there to make sure our industry’s voice is heard loud and clear. Email Rob at nichols@aba.com. 800.228.2581 MHM.INC Now more than ever people want self-service options. With our core integrated ITMs we can make this a reality both in the lobby and in the drive-up of your branch. SELF-SERVICE BANKING 14 NEBRASKA BANKER
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