Community Banks

Resources

About the Federal Banking System

• National Banks and the Dual Banking System
• Guide to the National Banking System
• Summary of Powers of National Banks and Federal Savings Associations
• Apply for a Federal Charter

About OCC Supervision

• A Common Sense Approach to Community Banking
• Comptroller's Handbooks on Bank Supervision
• Bank Supervision Appeals Process and Summaries
• OCC District and Field Offices Contact Information
• OCC Licensing Manual
• The OCC Strategic Plan

Publications

• An Opportunity for Community Banks: Working Together Collaboratively
• Director's Book: Role of Directors for National Banks and Federal Savings Associations
• Director’s Reference Guide to Board Reports and Information
• New Capital Rule: Community Bank Guide (PDF)
• New Capital Rule Quick Reference Guide for Community Banks
• More publications

Periodic Reports

• Weekly Bulletin
• Quarterly Derivatives Report
• Quarterly Mortgage Metrics Report
• Semiannual Risk Perspective
• Annual Shared National Credit Review
• Annual Survey of Credit Underwriting Practices Report
• OCC Annual Report

Advisory Committees

• The Mutual Savings Association Advisory Committee (MSAAC) helps the OCC assess the state of mutual savings associations and advises the OCC on ways to help ensure their continued health and viability.
• The Minority Depository Institution Advisory Committee (MDIAC) helps the OCC assess the state of minority-owned depository institutions, advises on their supervisions, and shares ways to help ensure minority institutions remain a vibrant part of the federal banking system.

For Public Comment

• See proposed rules, guidance, and other matters that are open for public comment on the Federal Register.