
Interchange Fees debate leads to mixed responses in states
Reading Time: 3 minutesInterchange fees support the sophisticated infrastructure that allows transactions to be authorized, routed, settled and protected within seconds.

Reading Time: 3 minutesInterchange fees support the sophisticated infrastructure that allows transactions to be authorized, routed, settled and protected within seconds.

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe Indiana General Assembly concluded its work for the 2026 legislative session at the end of the February, wrapping up a fast-paced and highly compressed schedule.

Reading Time: 4 minutesA December start to session for legislators to debate proposed changes to the state’s congressional districts will result in adjournment sine die at the end of February.

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe short session began earlier than usual due to a late-year push to address congressional redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections.

Reading Time: 2 minutesLawmakers are navigating a new governor at the helm and a restricted budget as forecasts predict lower tax receipts, particularly in the second year of the next biennial budget cycle.

Reading Time: 2 minutesAs an odd-numbered year, this “long session” centers on crafting Indiana’s biennial budget.

Reading Time: 4 minutesThis fly-in remains one of the most impactful components of the Association’s national political engagement.

Reading Time: 2 minutesOur revamped meetings will offer fresh, valuable content for both members and legislators, ensuring every participant gains meaningful insights and connections.

Reading Time: 3 minutesInterchange fees are a nominal charge that offsets the costs of operating a payment system that is extremely beneficial to consumers and retailers alike.

Reading Time: 4 minutesLawmakers adjourned sine die late Friday, March 8, one week earlier than scheduled after starting a week later.

The two organizations became First Bank Midwest effective July 1, 2026.

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe range of protected activity at a financial institution is broader than many managers realize.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUntil a final ruling is issued, Indiana banks should continue to monitor developments in this litigation.

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe IBA’s Financial Services Academy will host 30-35 apprentices across 17 banks spanning the state this fall.