Hoosier Banker 19 undoubtedly need to work against legislation that could harm the industry in Indiana. Among the issues that could arise this year are: % Legislation implementing a sales tax on services that apply to financial institution. % Legislation that would force banks to lend to certain industries based on the misguided view that banks are refusing business based on concerns unrelated to credit. This type of legislation, under the guise of fair access, has been trending in other states. % Changes to interchange fees. These potential issues are only a few that the IBA will be monitoring. Others include consumer credit changes, workforce or affordable housing development incentives, and changes to lien priority. The IBA Government Relations Team will be engaged in all the aforementioned issues and others that will arise over the course of session. IBA members may track the progress of industry-related bills through IBA Insighter, an e-publication available during session. Email subscription requests to Maria Dowers, IBA executive and GR coordinator, at: mdowers@indiana.bank. HB ANNIVERSARY MILESTONES Saluting 20+ years of banking service Denise George, leasing funding administrator, First Bank Richmond, has completed 30 years of service with the bank. Mariann George, accounting officer, First Bank Richmond, has completed 25 years of service with the bank. She is a graduate of Ball State University. Rachel Riley, leasing tax administrator, First Bank Richmond, has completed 25 years of service with the bank. Paul Witte, senior vice president of commercial lending, First Bank Richmond, has completed 25 years of service with the bank. He began his financial career with the bank in 1996; was named president and CEO of First Federal Leasing, a division of First Bank Richmond, in 2006; and assumed his current role in 2014. A certified public accountant, Witte is a graduate of Ball State University and has completed the Graduate School of Kristi Krack, United Fidelity Bank, Evansville, poses with an anniversary plaque and cake celebrating her 25 years of service. Banking at the University of Wisconsin and the GSB Financial Manager School. Kristi Krack, senior vice president, branch administration and private client officer, United Fidelity Bank, Evansville, has completed 25 years of service with the bank. She began her career in retail banking as a management trainee in 1996 and has since served in roles such as assistant manager, branch manager, executive assistant to the president and CEO, plus has worked in branch administration. Krack has served as board secretary for United Fidelity Bank and Fidelity Federal Bancorp since 2007. A graduate of the University of Southern Indiana, Krack is a member of the USI alumni board and serves as treasurer of the Central High School Softball Booster Club. HB GrowYour Ag Lending Options Competitive Rates | Portfolio Purchases Distressed Asset Options Real Estate Secured | Regional Expertise Jackie Mosier VP Relationship Manager jackie.mosier@conterraag.com (419) 584-8835 conterraag.com | (855) 381-3451 Financing American Agriculture
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