FHFAProposed Rule
Enterprise Liquidity Requirements; Federal Home Loan Bank System Boards of Directors and Executive Management; Federal Home Loan Bank Unsecured Credit Limits; Withdrawal
Finance & BankingHousing
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Summary
This proposed regulation updates financial safety rules for the Federal Home Loan Bank System, which lends money to banks and credit unions that provide mortgages. The changes aim to ensure these banks maintain enough liquid cash on hand to handle emergencies and operate smoothly.
Key Points
- 1Requires Federal Home Loan Banks to keep more cash reserves available on short notice to handle financial stress
- 2Updates rules about how much unsecured credit (loans without collateral) these banks can take on
- 3Strengthens oversight requirements for bank leadership and boards of directors
- 4Affects community banks and credit unions that rely on Federal Home Loan Banks for mortgage lending
- 5Changes are designed to prevent financial instability in the housing lending system
Key Dates
Published
October 2, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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