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Minnesota Legislature Adjourns, Passes Two-Year Budget

5/24/2023

 
The 2023 Minnesota legislative session ended yesterday and there were many bills that Minnesota Credit Union Network staff were following and working on through the course of the session. 
FULL ARTICLE: MEMBERS ONLY

Introducing the new CREW Ambassador; Register Now for the CREW P2P, June 14

5/23/2023

 
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The Minnesota Credit Union Network is pleased to welcome Ashley Fish, Virginia Co-op CU, as the incoming CREW Ambassador. Ashley has been in the financial industry for almost 13 years.

​She is passionate about the credit union movement and loves spreading the word about how awesome credit unions are. She is married with a 4-year-old daughter and 10-year-old stepdaughter.

​
To enhance leadership opportunities, starting in 2023 the CREW will have two Ambassadors serving the group and each will serve for two years: the first year in the traditional Ambassador role, and the second year assisting and mentoring the new Ambassador. Abbie White, our 2022 Ambassador and Corporate Partnerships with Wings Financial Credit Union will be staying on as our Emeritus Ambassador for 2023; and Ashley will join her. Next year, Ashley will become the Emeritus Ambassador, mentoring a new Ambassador for 2024.

For more information, visit the CREW page.

Join the CREW Peer-to-Peer (P2P), June 14, 1:00 p.m. ​

Leaping into leadership: A conversation with new leaders who came from peer roles into leadership roles. The spring session will be an open format conversation with our CREW young professionals and panelists. This event is meant to be an opportunity to meet and share with one another. The open session and forum will conclude with time to discuss questions with participants. 

​Date: June 14
Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm


This event will be made only via webinar/conference call. Webinar and call-in instructions, along with recordings, session materials and resources, will be provided to registered attendees.
Stay tuned for further announcements and updates!

For a list of all P2P sessions, visit our Peer-to-Peer (P2P) webpage. With questions, please contact Director of Engagement, Xiong Lee or VP of Communications & Engagement, Andrea Molnau, by email.
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How the End of the COVID-19 National Emergency Affects Employee Benefits Plans

5/23/2023

 
On April 10, 2023, President Biden signed a resolution ending the National Emergency (NE) as of that date. While the
NE has ended early, the presidential action does not affect the Public Health Emergency (PHE), which is still set to
expire on May 11. 

How does this affect employee benefit plans?
Based on informal guidance from the Department of Labor (DOL), it does not.

The NE and PHE affect different aspects of employee benefit plans. As you may recall, the NE sets forth the tolling of
deadlines for purposes of COBRA, HIPAA special enrollment, claims submission, claim appeals, and independent third-party review of denied claims. This tolling of deadlines is called the Outbreak Period, which ends the earlier of (1) one
year after the individual was first entitled to relief; or (2) 60 days after the expiration of the NE (or another date
announced by DOL, the Treasury Department, and the IRS). Once the Outbreak Period ends, regular deadlines are back
in effect.

Although the NE ended on April 10, the DOL maintains that the Outbreak Period will continue to run through July 10,
2023 (60 days after the anticipated NE end of May 11).

The PHE, on the other hand, expired on May 11 and affects COVID-related benefits offered under health plans.

The government recently released frequently asked questions (FAQs) to provide clarification and additional guidance regarding the end of both the NE and PHE. 

​​Key Takeaways
  • The COVID-19 NE ends on April 10, 2023. However, per informal DOL guidance, this will not impact the Outbreak
Period. 
  • The tolling of deadlines under the Outbreak Period will not extend beyond July 10, 2023 (60 days after the initial May 11 anticipated end to the NE).
  • The COVID-19 PHE expired on May 11, 2023.
  • New FAQs were issued, which further explain the impact of the ending of NE and PHE on employee benefit plans.
  • COVID-19 testing, and treatment will no longer be required free of charge after the PHE expires; however, continuing to provide these services without cost-sharing will not affect HDHP/HSA status until further government notice.
  • COVID-19 vaccines must still be provided in-network without cost-sharing by non-grandfathered plans (or out-of network if no in-network provider can provide the service).
  • Employee notice and communication are required for material modification in plan benefits.

This information is provided by Lockton Companies, which administers the Minnesota Credit Union Employee Benefits Plan. ​Login to view the full alert.

Introducing the ACCELERATION Newsletter

5/23/2023

 
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As your trade association, the Minnesota Credit Union Network is committed to helping the credit unions prosper and thrive by finding the right solutions to navigate logistical, economical, and regulatory obstacles.

MnCUN is pleased to introduce a new, biweekly newsletter, ACCELERATION to provide credit unions with the latest on consumer trends, training opportunities and products that will help your credit union meet the financial needs of your members. 

​ACCELERATION will be delivered to inboxes every other Monday at 1 p.m. starting on June 5. You can choose which types of communications to receive by logging into the Member Portal and navigating to the "Edit this Profile" section and choose the “Update Your Preferences” section to review and manage your subscriptions.

You Invest in Us. We Invest in You.

5/23/2023

 
Invest in the Community Investment Fund (CIF) or Charitable Donation Account (CDA) to support the improvement of member financial well-being. These unique investments provide credit unions the opportunity to donate a portion of the earnings to both the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation and the National Credit Union Foundation. Investment options are available through several corporate credit union partners, and include Certificates of Deposit, Money Market accounts, or CIF Securities Options.

​These earnings help to fund grant programs that support initiatives designed to directly improve the lives of credit union members. Services include financial literacy education, professional training, and emergency assistance – on both the state and national levels.

For more information on how the CIF and CDA programs work, please visit the National Credit Union Foundation website or contact Andrea Molnau, Executive Director, Minnesota Credit Union Foundation by email or by phone at 651-288-5527.

MnCUN Welcomes Committee Members

5/16/2023

 
Minnesota Credit Union Network committees are made up of credit union professionals who volunteer their time to serve the Minnesota credit union movement. Representing credit unions of all sizes and from across the state, committee members help to further a variety of objectives from political and regulatory advocacy to awareness and recognition. 

​
​​​​The following individuals have been appointed to serve on MnCUN Committees:                                                     
     
Advocacy fund committee
Kayla Reiffenberger, Chair
Co-op CU of Montevideo

Pat Pierce
City & County CU

Dave Boden

Hiway CU

​Dana Garrett 

North Memorial FCU
​​​Greg Higgins 
Wings Financial CU
​
Mara Humphrey 
MnCUN President & CEO

​*Ryan Smith

MnCUN Staff
audit committee
Steve Ewers, Chair
Members Cooperative CU

Deb Almirall
Minnesota Power Employees CU ​​

Greg Worthen
​My CU
Julia Havens
Riverview CU​
​
* Tommy Rempfer
MnCUN Staff ​​​
awards committee
​Lisamarie Meyer, Chair
TruStone Financial CU ​

Theresa Malone

Associated Healthcare CU 

Nancy Huber
First Alliance CU
​
Anna Olson
Hiway CU

Kurt Halverson
HomeTown FCU ​
​Peter Olsen
Ideal CU

​Tracy Hoeschen
Magnifi Financial CU​

Ann Johnson 
Mid Minnesota CU
 
Annie Lepper
Minnesota Power ECU
 
Anitta Chandler
Northern Communities CU

*Julia Miller
MnCUN Staff
Awareness fund committee
​Dan Stoltz, Chair
SPIRE CU

Bailey Germain
City & County CU

Dave Boden
Hiway CU
​
Tara Graff
Hiway CU

Alisha Johnson
Ideal CU


​Miranda Anderson
Mid Minnesota FCU
Vicki Roscoe Erickson
TopLine Financial CU
​​
​Marty Kelly
TruStone Financial CU

Randy Willert 
Two Harbors FCU

John Wagner
Wings CU

Mara Humphrey
MnCUN


*Andrea Molnau
Network Staff
political involvement committee
​Dana Garrett, Chair
North Memorial FCU

​Cary Tonne
Affinity Plus FCU

Pat Pierce
City & County CU​

​Kayla Reiffenberger
Co-op CU of Montevideo​​​​

James Kramar
Embarrass Vermillion FCU

​Michael Rosek
First Alliance CU​​

Dave Boden
Hiway CU

Brian Sherrick
Ideal CU

Chuck Friederichs
Magnifi Financial CU
Matt Nelson
Mayo Employees FCU

Steve Ewers
Members Cooperative CU

Chris Tangen
Mid Minnesota FCU

Doug Hallstrom
Minnco CU

Deb Almirall
Minnesota Power ECU

Mara Humphrey - ex-officio^
Minnesota CU Network 

Greg Worthen
My CU

Aaron DeJong
Red Wing CU

Phil Kopischke
SharePoint CU
 -​Jay Gostonczik
SouthPoint Financial CU

​Dan Stoltz
SPIRE CU​

Mick Olson
TopLine Financial CU


Dale Turner
TruStone Financial CU​

Matt Maras
United Employees CU

Ashley Fish ex-officio^
Virginia Coop CU, CREW Ambassador​

Frank Weidner
Wings Financial CU


​*Ryan Smith
MnCUN Staff
Regulatory review committee
​Danielle Arthur, Chair
City & County CU

Jessica Volkmann
Affinity Plus FCU​

Theresa Tostengard
Anoka Hennepin CU

​Sue Palen
Mayo EFCU​

Simone Suri
Members Cooperative CU

​​​John Wendland
Minnco CU
​​Nick Meyer
Minnesota Valley FCU

Jennifer Stedt
North Star CU

Doug Wolf
Northwoods CU

Grant Beardsley
Royal CU

Justin Burleson
SPIRE CU
​Carla Hansen 
TopLine Financial CU

Jess McClellan
TruStone Financial CU

Randy Willert
Two Harbors FCU

Kelly Bechard
Wings Financial CU


*Dan Le
MnCUN S
State charter subcommittee
Aaron DeJong, Chair 
Red Wing CU 

Pat Pierce 
City & County CU 

Kathy Harrington
Heartland CU

Christine Cordell
Hiway CU

Brian Sherrick 
Ideal CU

Ross Bloomquist
Magnifi Financial CU

Simone Suri
Members Cooperative CU

John Wendland
Minnco CU​

Greg Worthen
My CU
Mara Humphrey - ex-officio^
MnCUN

Greg Worthen
My CU

Doug Wolf
Northwoods CU

Jay Gostonczik
SouthPoint Financial CU ​

Justin Burleson
SPIRE CU​

Phil Young 
TruStone Financial CU
​
Greg Higgins 
Wings Financial CU 

* Ryan Smith, MnCUN Staff
* Dan Le, MnCUN Staff
CREW Young Professionals
Sarah Hom
Affinity Plus FCU
 
OIivia Brookshire
Embarrass Vermillion CU
 
Caitlin Brama
Financial One CU
 
Hannah Jones
Hiway CU
 
Isaac Barten
Magnifi Financial CU
 
Amy Hendrickson
Mid Minnesota FCU
 
Anna Nelson
Members Cooperative CU

​Cory Ouellette
Minnesota Power ECU
Kailey Tillung
My CU

​Gabrielle Randall
NorthRidge Community CU
 
Journie Rosenow
Royal CU
 
Travis Neidecker
SouthPoint Financial CU
 
Ashley Fish
Virginia Coop CU, CREW Ambassador
 
Abbie White
Wings Financial CU, Emeritus Ambassador
 
*Xiong Lee
MnCUN Staff

Participate in CU Forward Day 2023!

5/16/2023

 
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Join the Minnesota Credit Union Network and partners for another year of spreading kindness on CU Forward Day 2023, Monday, October 9! This year, the kindness day initiative will include partner organizations, volunteer opportunities, and further ways to participate and demonstrate the "people helping people" philosophy. 

​​Please register to confirm your credit union's interest and/or participation in CU Forward Day 2023. Kindness day coordinators will receive communications regarding informational kickoff webinar and planning meetings on Wednesday, July 19 at 10 a.m. CU Forward Day coordinators, credit union leadership and staff are all welcome to join as planning gets underway.

​With questions, please contact Director of Engagement, Xiong Lee, via email or by phone at (612) 802-7695.

Compliance & Regulatory Updates: May 17, 2023

5/16/2023

 
CFPB Circular on Unilateral Re-Opening of Closed Deposit Accounts: The CFPB has found that financial institution(s) engage in an unfair practice by unilaterally reopening deposit accounts a consumer previously closed without seeking prior authorization or providing timely notice.
FULL ARTICLE: MEMBERS ONLY

Governmental Affairs Update: May 17, 2023

5/16/2023

 
Minnesota Legislative Update: The constitutional deadline for the Minnesota Legislature to adjourn is less than a week away and Minnesota Credit Union Network staff are watching as the two-year budget is formed and monitoring for the impact on credit unions. 

​Minnesota FMLA Bill Summary: The House (HF2) and Senate (SF2) FMLA bills have been passed by the House and Senate and are currently in a conference committee.
FULL ARTICLE: MEMBERS ONLY
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