FHFAProposed RuleOctober 2, 2025

Enterprise Liquidity Requirements; Federal Home Loan Bank System Boards of Directors and Executive Management; Federal Home Loan Bank Unsecured Credit Limits; Withdrawal

Finance & BankingHousing

Summary

This proposed regulation updates financial safety rules for the Federal Home Loan Bank System, which lends money to banks and credit unions that provide mortgages. The changes aim to ensure these banks maintain enough liquid cash on hand to handle emergencies and operate smoothly.

Key Points

1Requires Federal Home Loan Banks to keep more cash reserves available on short notice to handle financial stress
2Updates rules about how much unsecured credit (loans without collateral) these banks can take on
3Strengthens oversight requirements for bank leadership and boards of directors
4Affects community banks and credit unions that rely on Federal Home Loan Banks for mortgage lending
5Changes are designed to prevent financial instability in the housing lending system

Impact Assessment

If you are a homeowner or consumer, this means your mortgage lender will need to maintain stronger financial reserves, potentially affecting loan availability and pricing during economic stress.

Impact Level

Significant

Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Moderate

Who is Affected

Financial InstitutionsHomeownersConsumers

Key Dates

Published

October 2, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Authorized By

Federal Home Loan Bank Act Section 11

Amends CFR Sections

12 CFR Part 1234

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