Industry News

TBA Task Force addresses the fraud epidemic

9/1/2024
Through the Fraud Task Force, TBA is compiling practical information, leading practices, contacts and resources for delivery to members.

American Bank to open new location

9/1/2024
In mid-June, American Bank announced its plans to open a new location in downtown Corpus Christi.

Goldsmith Romero nominated to lead FDIC

9/1/2024
President Joe Biden nominated Christy Goldsmith Romero, a current commissioner of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, as the new chair of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

Resolution plans required for large banks

9/1/2024
The final rule updates the current requirements concerning the content and timing of full-resolution submissions and interim supplements provided to the FDIC.

Q2 awards VeraBank as Bank of the Year

9/1/2024
The annual Q2 award program recognizes financial institutions for their commitment to digital innovation, community impact and transforming the customer experience.

TBA and ABA launch voter education ads in South Texas

9/1/2024
Radio ad in South Texas highlights Rep. Monica De La Cruz’s (R-Texas) efforts to defend small businesses from intrusive government reporting requirements and encouraging her to keep supporting policies that help small businesses.

Texas Regional Bank acquires Estrada Hinojosa & Company, Inc.

9/1/2024
Texas State Bankshares, Inc., in early August completed its acquisition of Dallas-based investment banking group Estrada Hinojosa & Company, Inc.

TBA board member Hazel Davis testifies to Congress

9/1/2024
Hazel Davis, a board member of the Texas Bankers Association and chair of the Texas Bankers Foundation, testified on behalf of community banks serving small businesses.

Dallas Fed President discusses deposit insurance reforms

9/1/2024
At a conference co-hosted by the Dallas Fed and Atlanta Fed in July, Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan focused her opening address on deposit insurance reforms.

BOM Bank to acquire American State Bank locations

9/1/2024
The Texas Department of Banking has approved Natchitoches, LA-based BOM Bank to acquire nine American State Bank locations.

FinCEN issues advisory on fentanyl crisis

9/1/2024
Advisory issued for financial institutions to be vigilant of suspicious activity regarding illicit fentanyl and other synthetic opioids.

Q2 awards VeraBank as Bank of the Year

7/1/2024
VeraBank was recognized for demonstrating exemplary digital innovation and an unmatched commitment to the customer experience.

Guaranty Bank & Trust announces educational partnership with Texas A&M University-Texarkana

7/1/2024
Guaranty Bank & Trust, N.A. announced a new academic partnership with Texas A&M University-Texarkana to support the education and professional growth of its full-time employees.

IBC ranked third on Forbes’ 2023 list of America’s Best Banks

7/1/2024
Laredo-based International Bancshares Corporation ranked third on the 15th annual prestigious list of Best Banks in America for 2023.

Frontier Bank of Texas opens new location in Smithville

7/1/2024
The newest Frontier Bank location serves residents and businesses in southern Bastrop County and the surrounding area.

Southwest Bancshares rebranding banks

7/1/2024
San Antonio-based Southwest Bancshares will rebrand its regional bank subsidiary to Texas Partners Bank by the end of this year.

Texas Bankers Foundation Awards ad