News and Updates
SecurLOCK Equip App Is Being Upgraded to Card Suite Lite
SecurLOCK Equip app will be upgraded with Card Suite Lite on October 14.
Here’s what you need to know:
The first time you log into the new Card Suite Lite app using your existing SecurLOCK username, you’ll go through a quick validation process to confirm your identity and set up a new password.
Once logged in, please review and validate your Card Controls and Alerts. If needed, you can re-establish new ones.
For the first 90 days after the upgrade, your existing SecurLOCK Equip controls will remain active — even if you haven’t yet set your new password. After 90 days, you’ll need to re-register your card and set new controls and notifications.
Registration changes:
With SecurLOCK Equip, multiple users could register the same card (PAN).
With Card Suite Lite, only one primary cardholder can register a card, but they can share it with other users through the app.
During the upgrade period, no card controls will be applied to transactions, but rest assured — all transactions will continue to be monitored through our back-end fraud protection systems.
We encourage all members to download Card Suite Lite once it’s available on October 14 to continue managing and protecting your cards.
Oahe Federal Credit Union Hosts 3rd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest at Oahe Days!
Oahe Federal Credit Union was proud to be part of Oahe Days again this year, bringing the fun with our 3rd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest! It’s always a blast to connect with the community, share some laughs, and enjoy the festival atmosphere.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by, cheered on the contestants, or participated—we love being part of events that bring our community together!
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Call us and we’ll help you understand your options so you can choose the right coverage for you and your family.
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Protect Your Credit Union – Stand Up Against Big Bank Lobbyists!
Powerful bank lobbyists in Washington, D.C. are working to eliminate the tax-exempt status of credit unions, putting affordable financial services at risk for millions of Americans. Unlike big banks, credit unions operate as not-for-profit cooperatives, dedicated to serving members—not generating profits for shareholders.
If this exemption is removed, the impact will be significant:
❌ Higher Loan Rates – Borrowing could become more expensive for families and small businesses.
❌ Lower Savings Returns – Members may see reduced earnings on their savings accounts.
❌ Increased Fees – Credit unions may be forced to introduce or raise fees, making banking more costly.
Now is the time to stand up and protect the credit union difference!
Why Credit Unions Are Tax-Exempt
At Oahe Federal Credit Union, we exist to serve our members—not to generate profits for shareholders. Credit unions were founded to provide fair and accessible financial services to everyday people, especially those who may not have access to traditional banking.
Our tax-exempt status allows us to reinvest earnings directly into our members and communities through:
✅ Better Interest Rates – Higher rates on savings, lower rates on loans—our profits go back to you.
✅ Lower Fees – As a not-for-profit, we don’t need to maximize profits, which means fewer and lower fees.
✅ Community Investment – We support local initiatives, financial education, small businesses, and underserved communities, helping to build a stronger local economy.
This structure ensures that profits stay within the community, fostering financial well-being and economic growth—rather than benefiting Wall Street investors.
Why Now? Congress Needs to Hear From Us!
Right now, big bank lobbyists are working hard to strip credit unions of their tax exemption, putting the benefits we provide at risk. Oahe FCU is standing with America’s Credit Unions to fight back, but we need your help!
📢 Make your voice heard! Contact your legislators through the Grassroots Action Center—it’s quick and easy to send a pre-written or customized email directly to lawmakers.
👉 TAKE ACTION NOW by clicking the button below.
Let’s stand together to keep credit unions not-for-profit and member-first!
Your support matters. Whether you’re a member, an employee, or a community advocate, protecting the credit union tax exemption ensures we can continue serving Main Street—not Wall Street.