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Senators, Congressman attend League's Hike the Hill — 9/15/16
Amidst several federal legislative issues facing credit unions, the West Virginia Credit Union League hosted its members in Washington, DC, on September 14 as part of the annual Hike the Hill program in conjunction with the Credit Union National Association (CUNA). With 21 in attendance, including League President Ken Watts, and’s CUNA’s Kristin Eagan, the group convened at the U.S. Capitol and hosted a luncheon for the West Virginia Congressional delegation and their staff. Prior to the luncheon, Eagan provided a legislative update to the group.Both Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito along with Congressman Evan Jenkins spoke to attendees and acknowledged their concerns regarding data security legislation and regulatory burden.
“Hike the Hill is always good opportunity to discuss our issues directly with our lawmakers and their staff,” stated League President Ken Watts. “We wish to express our sincerest thanks to our credit unions who participated in the event.”
The day concluded with credit union representatives traveling to Nationals Park to take in a Major League Baseball game between the Washington Nationals and New York Mets.
Credit unions participating in this year’s Hike the Hill included: First Choice America Community; FCU; Kemba Charleston FCU; One Community FCU; Strip Steel Community FCU; and, West Virginia Central CU.
This marks the 17th year that the League has hosted a Hike the Hill event.
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