Carolinas Credit Union League Advocacy

06/09/2026

Don't forget to vote today, June 9!

South Carolina's Primary Election is here, and your voice matters. Be sure to make a plan to vote and take a few minutes to confirm your polling location before heading to the polls.

Use the link below to find your polling place, review your voter information, and make sure you're ready for Election Day.

https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=PollingPlace

05/20/2026

Canton, North Carolina, has faced no shortage of challenges in recent years. In 2023, Pactiv Evergreen announced the closure of the town’s historic paper mill, and shortly thereafter, Canton and the surrounding communities experienced significant devastation from Hurricane Helene.

On Friday, representatives from Champion Credit Union had the opportunity to speak with Governor Josh Stein about the credit union’s continued commitment to the community and its role as a steady, reliable presence during a period of unprecedented change.

Champion Credit Union has been a driving force in the recovery and revitalization of both the Town of Canton and Haywood County, helping support local families, businesses, and the broader community through difficult times.

05/20/2026

PAC Blitz returns this summer, while the Carolina rivalry is already heating up. 🏈🔥

State PAC trustees Chris Angel of Mountain Credit Union and Chris Terlinden of Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union are kicking off this year’s challenge with a little "NC vs. SC" fun and a lot of advocacy impact.

Who has the best BBQ? Who's ready to claim victory for their state? Watch the video and read more to see what’s coming July 8: https://bit.ly/4uZOS8d

05/06/2026

Today the Senate Banking Committee heard from Kevin Owens, President & CEO of Georgetown Kraft Credit Union. Though a unanimous vote, Mr. Owens was approved to be the credit union representative on the Board of Financial Institutions, and his nomination will head to the full body for consideration. Special thanks to Senator Sabb as well as Representative Anderson and Representative Hewitt for talking time to visit with Kevin today!

05/01/2026

Telco Community Credit Union was proud to have a seat at the table for this year’s North Carolina State House Day in Raleigh, hosted by the Carolinas Credit Union League.

Telco’s CEO, David Burnette, joined fellow credit union leaders from across the state to connect with legislators, share the credit union story, and advocate for the members and communities we serve every day.

The day included a legislative briefing focused on 2026 priorities—like state charter modernization—followed by a visit to the General Assembly and meaningful conversations with key committee members and legislative leadership.

Opportunities like this matter. They ensure that the voice of credit unions—and the people behind them—is heard where decisions are made. It’s all part of strengthening relationships, protecting our members’ interests, and helping shape a stronger financial future for North Carolina.

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

The Carolinas Credit Union League was proud to host our first-ever North Carolina State House Day, bringing credit union leaders together to advocate for the members and communities we serve across the state.

A heartfelt thank you to our outstanding speakers and credit union champions for taking the time to engage with our industry and support our mission: Representative Julia Howard, Senator Michael Lazzara, Representative Jennifer Balkcom, and State Treasurer Brad Briner.

We’re also grateful to every credit union professional who attended, showed up, and helped amplify the credit union voice in North Carolina. Your presence matters and your advocacy makes a difference.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Civic Federal Credit Union for hosting this event, and to State Employees' Credit Union for their generous support in hosting lunch for our attendees.

Together, we are building stronger relationships, advancing policy priorities, and ensuring credit unions remain a trusted financial resource for all North Carolinians.

04/23/2026

to where credit union professionals from the Carolinas and across the country met in Washington, D.C., to meet with members of Congress and showcase the good that the credit union movement is doing!

04/22/2026

Thank you to Congressman Addison McDowell!