Compliance Costs Push Smallest Banks Toward Extinction
In an opinion piece published earlier this month, Chief Economist for the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) Thomas Siems called upon
February 3, 2026
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We Are Texas Community Banking
The nation’s largest state association dedicated exclusively to community bank advocacy.
IBAT Upcoming Events
32nd Annual Congressional Visit
February 24-26 | Washington, D.C.
An ideal opportunity for Texas community bankers to gain visibility with key decision makers from the Texas Congressional delegation by bringing their community banking story to Washington D.C.
Regional Meetings: Tour de Texas
March 23-26 | Around the State
Get national and state updates on the status of community banking from industry experts. IBAT leadership, staff and experts will be traveling to your back yard to engage face-to-face with you.
IBAT EDGE
May 4-6 | Waco
A two-day event designed to help you Educate, Develop, Guide and Empower your team to take the next steps in their careers, for the good of your bank and its customers.
Connecting Leaders Conference
June 25-27 | Round Rock
Network, learn from and develop personal relationships with peers and tenured leaders in the industry – all while enjoying family time and developing life-long relationships.
Latest Industry News & Updates
House FS Committee Push for Regulatory Right-Sizing
Last week, the House Financial Services Committee advanced several bills to address community bank regulatory burden, including: During the markup,
January 28, 2026
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FDIC Approves Carmakers’ Bids to Establish Banks
Last week, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) approved deposit insurance applications from Ford Motor Company and General Motors Company, paving the
January 27, 2026
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IBAT Flags Technical Flaw in the Clarity Act
IBAT sent a letter to Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC) and Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Ted Cruz
January 21, 2026
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