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Advocate for Credit Unions

Promoting The Credit Union Difference

As not-for-profit cooperative entities owned by their members instead of shareholders, credit unions are able to put people before profit. Whether it's helping a member escape predatory lending, rebuild credit, weather an illness, save for a home, or simply be given a second chance, credit unions are innately equipped to provide a lifeline when others can't.

The League gives 3.8 million Wisconsin credit union members a voice, and our Credit Union Activists work tirelessly to illustrate to policymakers the REAL impact credit unions have on the financial well-being of families and communities.

Why Credit Union Advocacy Matters
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Political advocacy helps elect, re-elect, or advance credit union-friendly candidates to elected office--crucial in helping to preserve and promote The Credit Union Difference.

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Grassroots Action Center

Easily send customizable messages to legislators and donate online to credit union political advocacy accounts.

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Activists work in concert with The League to protect and grow The Credit Union Movement in Wisconsin. Access resources to assist your credit union.

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Regulatory Advocacy

To help Wisconsin credit unions better serve their members, The League advocates on key regulatory issues that matter most to members. 

Improving Regulations One Rule at a Time 

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Government Affairs Committee

The GAC is charged with developing and executing strategies that help Wisconsin credit unions survive and thrive in the world of public policy and politics.

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Upcoming Fundraising Events

Have a strong presence at events in support of credit union-friendly legislators and candidates, and share your credit union's unique story!

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Advocacy News

State GAC 2025

Over 250 Share The Credit Union Difference with Legislators at The League's State Gov't Affairs Conference

Jan 31, 2025
On January 28, over 250 Wisconsin Credit Union Activists shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League's annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison.
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Governor Signs Elder Abuse & Financial Institution Modernization Laws

Apr 03, 2024
On March 21, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed two important bills that The League strongly advocated for to combat financial elder abuse and modernize credit union state statutes.
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225 Credit Union Activists Attend the 2024 State GAC

Feb 01, 2024
This week, over 225 Wisconsin Credit Union Activists shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League's annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison.
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Rep. Fitzgerald Introduces Expanding Access to Lending Options Act

Jan 16, 2024
Wisconsin's Credit Unions® thank Congressman Scott Fitzgerald for his leadership in introducing a bipartisan bill to increase the loan maturity cap. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are mission-driven and structured to put members' interests first, and the Expanding Access to Lending Options Act enhances their ability to support members' financial well-being.
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