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We work with community partners to identify and address economic challenges and opportunities in low- and moderate-income communities in the Fifth District.

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Comment Period Open on Proposed Framework for CRA Modernization

The Federal Reserve Board is seeking feedback on a proposed framework for Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) modernization. The Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) was published in the Federal Register on October 19, 2020, with a 120-day comment period. Comments are due on February 16, 2021.

Please provide your feedback on the Comment Page of the Federal Reserve Board website or via the following:

Email: regs.comments@federalreserve.gov (Include docket (R-1723) and RIN numbers (7100-AF94) in the subject line of the message.)

FAX: (202) 452-3819 or (202) 452-3102

Mail: Ann E. Misback, Secretary, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, 20th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20551

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New Survey Findings Highlight Community Lenders' Work Through COVID-19

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Oct. 15, 2020

Community development financial institutions (CDFIs) have provided financial relief through COVID-19. Results from the Federal Reserve's COVID-19 CDFI Survey shed light on their current state.