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Credit Union Loan Terms Extended: Up to 20 Years for Members.

This bill grants the National Credit Union Administration Board (NCUA) the flexibility to extend the maximum repayment period for certain federal credit union loans from 15 years up to 20 years. This change could lower monthly payments for credit union members, improving loan affordability. Additionally, credit unions gain flexibility to offer real estate-secured loans for properties that are not the member's primary residence.
Key points
Maximum repayment terms for certain Federal Credit Union loans can be extended from 15 years up to 20 years, subject to NCUA regulations.
Credit unions can now offer real estate-secured loans for properties other than the member's principal residence.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3616
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2026-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Access to Lending Options Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3616.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Maximum repayment terms for certain Federal Credit Union loans can be extended from 15 years up to 20 years, subject to NCUA regulations.
  • Credit unions can now offer real estate-secured loans for properties other than the member's principal residence.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-05.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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