Change in Bank Control Notices
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This notice involves individuals or entities applying to acquire shares of a bank or bank holding company, which could affect control. Interested parties can submit views, but comments will be publicly disclosed, so care should be taken with confidential information. The procedural changes primarily affect those attempting to gain control through acquisitions.
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Key Changes
- Public disclosure of comments on certain bank acquisitions
- Opportunity for public to express views on bank control changes
- Ensures transparency in acquisition applications
Obligations
What this law requires
Applicants must file a notice under the Change in Bank Control Act (12 U.S.C. 1817(j)) and Regulation Y (12 CFR 225.41) when seeking to acquire shares of a bank or bank holding company that could affect control
Applicants must provide public portions of applications and related filings required by the Board to the Federal Reserve Bank for inspection
Applicants must submit all comments to the appropriate Federal Reserve Bank or Board of Governors office no later than April 27, 2026
Applicants must not include confidential, contact, or other identifying information in written submissions, as all comments are subject to public disclosure without modification
Applicants must address the standards enumerated in paragraph 7 of the Change in Bank Control Act (12 U.S.C. 1817(j)(7)) in their applications