CSBS supports state regulators in advancing the system of state financial supervision by ensuring safety, soundness and consumer protection; promoting economic growth; and fostering innovative, responsive supervision.

Specialty Certification Certified Application Specialist II: Company & Branch Licensing (CAS-II) (Complete Company Licensing Review AND Branch Licensing Review OR All Entity Licensing Review Learning Plans) Candidates for the CAS Company & Branch designation must provide evidence of the following: Completion of a minimum of two (2) years of on-the-job service and training related to processing licensing applications. Satisfactory completion

Washington, D.C. - Community bankers’ optimism on the future economy is holding steady, according to the 2025 second quarter results of the Community Bank Sentiment Index (CBSI). The CBSI dipped slightly to 126 from its peak value of 129 in the previous quarter, driven by a less optimistic outlook for a lighter regulatory environment and moderated expectations for higher expected

Washington, D.C. — The Conference of State Bank Supervisors today issued guidance on the treatment of virtual currency when calculating a licensee’s tangible net worth under the Money Transmission Modernization Act (MTMA). The guidance is advisory in nature and designed to encourage transparency and consistency in implementation of the MTMA. The guidance specifically clarifies the treatment of virtual currency under

Washington, D.C.- CSBS President and CEO Brandon Milhorn Statement on Senate Passage of the GENIUS Act: “A national framework for stablecoins will only be successful if it protects consumers and financial stability. CSBS appreciates the efforts of the Senate to improve the GENIUS Act, moving the bill closer to these goals. In particular, Senate revisions to the bill have substantially

Specialty Certification Certified Application Specialist III: Licensing Manager (CAS-III) (Agency Account Administrator) Candidates for the CAS Agency Account Administrator designation must provide evidence of the following: Completion of a minimum of three (3) years of on-the-job service and training related to processing licensing applications. At least 8 hours of supervisory or leadership training. Satisfactory completion of the CSBS Agency Account

Specialty Certification Certified Application Specialist I: MLO Licensing (CAS-I) (MLO Licensing Review) Candidates for the CAS MLO Licensing designation must provide evidence of the following: Completion of a minimum of two (2) years of on-the-job service and training related to processing licensing applications. Satisfactory completion of the CSBS MLO Licensing Review Learning Plan (course list below). Completion of CHRI Training