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Desktop Version of Current Law and Guidance Manual Now Available
The desktop version of the Law and Guidance Manual updated through March 31, 2013 is now available.  Go to the Law and Guidance Manual page of this website and click on Install Manual for instructions. The desktop version contains the same information as the web version but can be used when an internet connection is not available. 

Financial Education Webinar
The Texas Department of Banking is hosting a free webinar on June 27th. The goal of this webinar is to share examples and best practices on ways banks and organizations can educate communities regarding fraud prevention for senior citizens and consumer identity theft. We invite you to learn how to become more proactive in financial education at the convenience of your office or home. Register to participate in the latest webinar.

Publications Update
The following reports are now available:
    Agency Profile
    Condition of the Texas State Banking System
    Supervisory Update News Summary
    Texas Banking Activity
    Texas Bank Report
    Top 100 Banks

Supervisory Memorandum 1006 – Request for Reconsideration of Examination Finding
The Department issued Supervisory Memorandum 1006 concerning the process to request a reconsideration of an examination finding. This SM 1006 applies to all entities regulated by the Department and is effective as of May 31, 2013. The recent revision includes the contacts for Information Technology and Trust examinations. To view this Supervisory Memorandum, go to the New Actions table on the Law and Guidance Manual page of this website.

Law and Guidance Manual – Updated through March 31, 2013
The Law and Guidance Manual has been updated through March 31, 2013. Texas Administrative Code (Rules) changes and Department policies issued through March 31, 2013 are included in the Manual. All other issuances since March 31, 2013 are found in the New Actions table. Go to the Law and Guidance Manual page of this website to open the law manual or view the New Actions table.

Supervisory Memorandum 1008 –Policy on Other Real Estate Owned (OREO) for Commercial Banks
The Department issued Supervisory Memorandum 1008 concerning the policy on other real estate owned (OREO).  This SM 1008 applies to commercial banks and is effective as of May 10, 2013.  The recent revision clarifies the definition of recorded value.  To view this  Supervisory Memorandum, go to the New Actions table on the Law and Guidance Manual page of this website.

Supervisory Memorandum 1032 –Policy on Other Real Estate Owned (OREO) for Trust Companies
The Department issued Supervisory Memorandum 1032 concerning the policy on other real estate owned (OREO).  This SM 1032 applies to trust companies and is effective as of May 10, 2013.  The recent revision clarifies the definition of recorded value.  To view this  Supervisory Memorandum, go to the New Actions table on the Law and Guidance Manual page of this website.

Notice 2013-05
Effective February 1, 2013, the San Antonio Regional Office is relocating to 2700 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78217.

Meeting Reminder
The next Finance Commission meeting is scheduled for June 21st.

News and Events

  • Press Release
    First National Bank in Whitney Converts to a State-Chartered Bank
    -posted June 14, 2013
  • Press Release
    First National Bank of Seymour Converts to a State-Chartered Bank
    -posted May 31, 2013
  • Industry Notice 2013-8
    Town Hall Meetings: Community Banking in America
    -posted May 8, 2013
  • Industry Notice 2013-7
    Mandatory BSA E-Filing Reminder for Banks and MSBs
    -posted February 15, 2013
  • Industry Notice 2013-6
    Free Financial Education Webinar: “Building Wealth App”
    -posted January 30, 2013
  • Industry Notice 2013-5
    San Antonio Regional Office Relocation
    -posted January 22, 2013