FHLBank System at 100: Focusing on the Future

As a valued stakeholder, we encourage you to engage in the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) review of the Federal Home Loan Bank System.

The FHFA started this review in October 2022. Thank you to those of you who shared your perspective on the importance of FHLBank Topeka to your institution and community. The FHFA listening sessions culminated in a final written comment period ending March 31 and wrap-up listening sessions March 22-24, 2023.

Below find articles and other resources about the review.

In the News

FHFA Focusing on the Future Landing Page American Banker Op-Ed from Julieann Thurlow | May 19, 2022 Wisconsin School of Business | Federal Home Loan Bank may save borrowers money, level the playing field for small banks | Feb. 2021 Special Update from the President | Supporting Your Cooperative | Sept. 2022 The Hill | FHLBanks promote stability during liquidity challenges by Ryan Donovan | Jan. 29, 2023 American Banker | What comes next for the Federal Home Loan Bank System? by Joshua Stallings | Feb. 8, 2023 American Banker | Don't disrupt the Federal Home Loan Banks' liquidity mission by Ryan Donovan | Feb. 24, 2023 American Banker | Federal Home Loan Bank liens by Ryan Donovan | April 19, 2023 Council of FHLBanks | How the FHLBank System provides stability in times of market instability | April 27, 2023 The Hill | No, Federal Home Loan Banks didn't cause the SVB collapse | May 1, 2023

Comment Letters

ICBA Statement on Federal Home Loan Bank Review | Sept. 6, 2022 FHLBank System Comment Letter | Oct. 2022 FHLBank System Closing Comment Letter | March 2023 Comment Letter from the American Bankers Association | March 31, 2023

Contact Us

We encourage you to engage and help shape the discussion. If you have questions or would like more assistance in participating, please contact our government relations officer or your regional account manager at 800.933.2988. 

Ryan GillilandVice President, Government Relations Officer785.478.8082 ryan.gilliland@fhlbtopeka.com

Rusty DavisRegional Account Manager - Colorado, Western Kansas and Western Nebraska720.212.9873 rusty.davis@fhlbtopeka.com

David HarrisKey Accounts Director785.438.8167 david.harris@fhlbtopeka.com

Drew SimmonsRegional Account Manager - Oklahoma785.478.1116 drew.simmons@fhlbtopeka.com

Jeff SteinerRegional Account Manager - Kansas785.478.8170 jeff.steiner@fhlbtopeka.com

Tony VenditteRegional Account Manager - Central and Eastern Nebraska, Northeast Kansas402.890.6838 tony.venditte@fhlbtopeka.com

Resources and Latest News

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News April 24, 2023 New Putable Advance Debuts Today Today’s the day! When rates are released later this morning, you’ll see a new option – the putable advance.

News March 30, 2023 FHLBank Topeka Announces Native American Housing Initiatives Grants Program FHLBank Topeka is excited to announce a 50 percent increase in our annual contribution to affordable housing and community development initiatives throughout Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma.

Financial Intelligence April 13, 2023 How Loan Balance Pricing Works On April 10, 2023, FHLBank Topeka activated loan balance pricing via the MPF Traditional Product.

Video / Podcast 13:11 play_arrow September 12, 2022 2022 Community Leader Award Congratulations to Fidelity Bank, our 2022 honoree.

Financial Intelligence July 20, 2022 Beta Preparation Two things have remained consistent since the start of the pandemic – uncertainty and speed. As the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) combats inflation by rapid tightening with the historic rate increases and pace garnering greater publicity, deposit customers are beginning to seek more attractive yields.