The Impact of Credit Unions on Washington

Washington credit unions’ free ride on federal income taxes doesn’t make sense anymore, and their once-justified special treatment comes at a cost to the American people.

Credit unions deprive the U.S. Treasury of $2.6 billion a year, while taxpayers in every state pick up the slack.

Key Statistics

$16,831

Federal Income Taxes Paid Annually by an Average Washington Resident Making $82,454/Year

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Federal Income Taxes Paid by Credit Unions

1

Total Number of Banks Acquired by Credit Unions in Washington Since 2010

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Tell Congress: It’s time to reform credit unions.