Hoosier Banker 17 On Jan. 30, nearly 200 bankers, lawmakers and associate members of the Indiana Bankers Association came together for IBA Legislative Day events at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. This annual gathering provides an opportunity for IBA members to network with lawmakers and discuss current legislative topics. As in past years, events began in the morning with a meeting of the IBA board of directors, followed by a luncheon, sponsored by The KeyState Companies, that included members of the IBA Government Relations Committee. Director Thomas C. Fite of the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions was guest speaker at the luncheon. In the afternoon, bankers met with the IBA Government Relations Team for an in-depth review of each bill in the Statehouse that could impact banking. The meeting was a two-way conversation, with the GR Team presenting a review of pertinent legislation, and bankers providing their insights and input. The Legislative Briefing began at 4 p.m., with more than 160 bankers and associate members present. While in past years the briefing lasted one hour, this year the timing was extended to an extra half hour, to allow coverage of several pieces of legislation: % SB 145 – Probate Matters % SB 163 – Distribution From Escrow Accounts % SB 248 – Biometric Identifiers % SB 347 – Bonding Procedures % HB 1048 & SB 353 – Tax Credits % SB 372 – Notarial Acts % SB 384 – Liens for Agricultural Supply Dealers % SB 416 – Consumer Credit Code % SB 420 – Credit Services Organizations % SB 422 – Land Banks % HB 1090 & SB 376 – Unclaimed Property % HB 1095 – Electronic Titles % HB 1288 – Economic Development % HB 1303 – Electronic Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Wills % HB 1397 – Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit The briefing concluded with a presentation of awards by IBA President and CEO Amber Van Til to honor those banks that are strong supporters of Indiana BANKPAC. Twenty-five banks were recognized with the BANKPAC 200% Club award, and two new awards also were presented: Most Dollars Raised and Highest Percentage of Fair Share Raised. The IBA appreciates the generosity of members in supporting the PAC. Following the briefing, the Legislative Reception began. This congenial atmosphere gives IBA members and associate members the chance to mix and mingle with Indiana representatives, senators and other elected officials, and to thank them for their service. The annual IBA Legislative Day is the traditional start to several grassroots advocacy opportunities throughout the year that give a voice to Indiana bankers. Other advocacy events include the Future Leadership Division Day at the Statehouse, as reported on pages 20-21; summertime regional meetings; and the IBA Annual Washington Trip, scheduled this fall for Sept. 30-Oct. 2. The IBA also keeps members informed about advocacy issues through the IBA Insighter, IBA E-News and action alerts. For more information, please contact Josh Myers, 317-333-7165, jmyers@indianabankers.org. HB Dax Denton 7IRMSV :MGI 4VIWMHIRX +SZIVRQIRX 6IPEXMSRW Indiana Bankers Association ddenton@indianabankers.org @ibagovrelations Article author HB Digital: Click to view a gallery of photos from the 2018 IBA Legislative Day.
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