An interim final rule was issued to raise the threshold for qualifying banks for the 18-month on-site examination cycle.
What changed
The eligibility threshold for 1- and 2-rated banks was increased to institutions with less than $6 billion in total assets.
Compliance perspective
Banks below this asset threshold may now benefit from a reduced examination frequency.
Key date
Effective date: September 10, 2026.
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