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Banks and Banking > CREDIT UNIONS
Short Summary
The legal documents reviewed pertain to credit unions in Louisiana. They cover various aspects of credit union incorporation, operation, membership, governance, loans, interest rates, dividends, dissolution, and other related matters. The documents outline the process for incorporating a credit union, including the submission of an act of incorporation and proposed bylaws to the commissioner of financial institutions. They also require credit unions to obtain and maintain primary insurance for member accounts. The documents specify the membership requirements for credit unions, including the common bond requirement and eligibility criteria for different types of groups. They also address the powers and privileges of credit unions, such as receiving savings from members, making loans exclusively to members, and investing in financial instruments. The documents provide guidelines for credit union management, including the structure of the board of directors, supervisory committee, and credit committee. They outline the responsibilities and liabilities of directors and officers, as well as the procedures for elections and oath of office. The documents also address the supervision, suspension, and revocation of credit union charters, as well as the reporting and examination requirements. They specify the rights and remedies related to credit union loans, the payment of dividends, and the pledging of share accounts. The documents also cover the opening of branch offices, the conversion process between federal and state credit unions, and the dissolution and liquidation of credit unions. Overall, the documents provide a comprehensive framework for the incorporation, operation, governance, and dissolution of credit unions in Louisiana.
Whom does it apply to?
The documents apply to credit unions organized under the laws of Louisiana, including their members, directors, officers, and other individuals or entities involved in credit union transactions.
What does it govern?
The legal documents govern the incorporation, operation, membership, powers, governance, loans, interest rates, dividends, dissolution, and other aspects of credit unions in Louisiana.
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in the documents.
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties are mentioned in the documents.
Jurisdiction
Louisiana