Romance Scams Warning: Dating Or Defrauding Campaign

The Washington Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is issuing a warning about romance scams as part of the national 'Dating Or Defrauding' campaign. The campaign aims to raise awareness of these scams, which cost consumers billions annually, and provides resources to help prevent victimization.

Washington DFI Joins Consumer Protection Week to Combat Fraud

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is participating in National Consumer Protection Week, urging residents to be cautious of fraud. The notice highlights common fraud tactics and provides resources to help consumers avoid scams, referencing over $300 million lost to fraud in Washington in 2024.

Maryland Emergency Regulation for Virtual Currency Kiosks

Maryland has issued an emergency regulation establishing registration requirements for virtual currency kiosk operators and kiosks. The regulation, effective December 5, 2025, outlines definitions, registration procedures, fraud prevention, and operational requirements.

Maryland Banks and Credit Unions: Application for Annual Assessment Fee Credit

The Maryland Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) has announced the availability of an application for state-chartered banks and credit unions to earn an annual assessment fee credit. This credit is available for opening and maintaining branches in low- to moderate-income (LMI) communities, as established by the 2023 Maryland Access to Banking Act.

New Mexico Acupuncture Board Meeting Notice

The New Mexico Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine announced a regular board meeting scheduled for March 2, 2026, in Santa Fe. The meeting will be held in person and virtually via Microsoft Teams.

Respiratory Care Practitioners Board Meeting Notice

The New Mexico Advisory Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners will hold a regular board meeting on March 27, 2026, in Albuquerque. The meeting will be held in person and via Microsoft Teams, with the agenda to be posted at least 72 hours prior.

New Mexico Board of Funeral Services Meeting Notice

The New Mexico Board of Funeral Services will hold a regular board meeting on March 27, 2026, in Santa Fe. The meeting will cover agenda items to be posted on the board's website at least 72 hours prior.

New Mexico Real Estate Commission Meeting Notice

The New Mexico Real Estate Commission will hold a regular meeting on March 25, 2026, in Albuquerque. Interested parties wishing to provide public comment must register in writing by email no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 24, 2026.

New Mexico Nutrition and Dietetics Practice Board Meeting Notice

The New Mexico Nutrition and Dietetics Practice Board has announced a regular board meeting scheduled for March 20, 2026, in Albuquerque. The meeting will cover board business and will be held in person and virtually.

NC Commissioner of Banks on Financial Institution Emergency Preparedness

The North Carolina Commissioner of Banks issued a release on March 18, 2020, expressing confidence in the preparedness of state-chartered financial institutions for emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. The release noted that banks are required to have business continuity plans, which are routinely reviewed by regulators.