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Action requiredOCCOct 19, 2026

Temporary Relief for Hurricane-Impacted Banks

The OCC allowed national banks in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi impacted by Hurricane Isaias to close temporarily. This operational response was issued on October 8, 2026.

The OCC allowed national banks in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi impacted by Hurricane Isaias to close temporarily. This operational response was issued on October 8, 2026.

What changed

Authorization for temporary closures of impacted banks due to natural disasters.

Compliance perspective

Banks should have provisions for disaster responses as part of their operational plans.

Key date

Effective date: October 8, 2026.

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