2026 Pub. 17 Issue 2

President’s Message: Banker Cooperation Is Critical To Bank Success	4
Legislative Wins for West Virginia’s Banks	6
Impact of Movement of State-Licensed Medical Marijuana to Schedule III	8
Three Questions Banks Should Ask About Moving Deposits Off Balance Sheet	10
FASB Makes Refinements to CECL for Purchased Loans	12
Why Branding Expertise Matters in the Age of AI	14
Bankers’ Top 5 Strategic Priorities for 2026	18
Driving Growth in a Digital-First Era	21

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