§ 16022

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(a)If the commissioner finds all of the following with respect to an application by a foreign (other state) credit union for approval to establish a California branch office, the commissioner shall approve the application:

(1)That the foreign (other state) credit union, the directors and officers of the foreign (other state) credit union, and the proposed management of the branch office are each of good character and sound financial standing.

(2)That the financial history and condition of the foreign (other state) credit union are satisfactory.

(3)That the management of the foreign (other state) credit union and the proposed management of the branch office are adequate.

(4)That it is reasonable to believe that, if licensed to maintain the branch office, the foreign (other state) credit union will operate the branch office in a safe and sound manner and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and orders.

(5)That the foreign (other state) credit union’s plan to establish and to maintain the branch office affords reasonable promise of successful operation.

(6)That the foreign (other state) credit union’s establishment and maintenance of the branch office will promote the convenience and advantage of its members, and is necessary or convenient to meet the needs of the foreign (other state) credit union’s members.

(7)Not more than 50 percent of the members of the foreign (other state) credit union are or will be residents of this state.

If the commissioner finds otherwise, the commissioner shall deny the application.

(b)Whenever an application by a foreign (other state) credit union for approval to establish a California branch office has been approved and all conditions precedent to the issuance of a license authorizing the foreign (other state) credit union to maintain the California branch office have been fulfilled, the commissioner shall issue the license.