The New York Credit Union Association is again offering member credit unions an enhanced version of CUNA’s Financial Counseling Certification Program. Through the program, credit union professionals can become Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors – NYCUA

Voting is underway for the Association’s contested board seat – The Point

Scott Wilson, CEO of SeaComm FCU in Massena, received a national CEO of the Year award – The Point

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand unveiled a bill that would empower the U.S. Postal Service to take deposits and make loans – American Banker

There’s little question that if credit unions had to pay federal and state taxes, many would no longer see any reason to maintain not-for-profit status – CU Journal

People are sending more money abroad, but the cost to do so is still more than double what it should be, according to a new report from the World Bank – CU Times

State Sen. John DeFrancisco, a Republican from Syracuse who is also pursuing the party’s nomination for governor, will not seek re-election – Times Union

Many Americans are just beginning to climb out of the recession, yet policymakers are debating whether the economy is close to overheating – New York Times