CREDIT UNIONS-REGULATIONS

Amends the Illinois Credit Union Act. Provides that in determining the appropriate balance in the allowance for loan losses account, a credit union may determine its historical loss rate using a defined period of time of less than 5 years, provided that specified criteria are met. Provides that shares issued in trust may serve as the subscription to a share required under specified provisions for a trustee having the same social security number as the grantor. Contains provisions concerning marketing of services by a credit union. Provides that credit unions may make residential real estate mortgage loans on terms and conditions established by the United States Department of Agriculture through its Rural Development Housing and Community Facilities Program and that the portion of any loan in excess of the appraised value of the real estate shall be allocable only to the guarantee fee required under the program. Imposes conditions on any rulemaking authority. Effective immediately.