Publications and Guidance

The publications in this section consist of various memos, guidance, and special reports issued by the Department.

Memos/Guides/Handbooks:

Electronic Submission for Documents to Department (5.48 KB)

In order to improve our service, the Department is implementing electronic document submission for correspondence. Regular and ongoing correspondence should be submitted to the designated Department recipient through email.

Statement of Policies (Banking-Related) (598.3 KB)

This policy manual contains Department policy statements that are intended to provide the public and the banking industry with a better understanding of the basis for decisions by the Department. The policy statements are intended to be applicable in the large majority of the decisions.

Georgia Hemp Job Aid (211.24 KB)

This job aid is an examiner reference tool providing background as well as Georgia-specific information such as legalization status, risk management considerations, and related topics on hemp.

DBF Article Series on Board Oversight and Corporate Governance

Best Practices for Dealing with Heightened Levels of Asset Quality Issues

DBF Guidance for Georgia State-Chartered Banks, Bank Holding Companies, Credit Unions, and Trust Companies:

MALPB Chartering Guidelines

Guidelines for Chartering a MALPB (43.92 KB)

Other References:

FFIEC BSA/AML Examination Manual

FDIC Risk Management Manual of Examination Policies

FFIEC IT Handbook

Banking Memos and Guidance - Related Links

Resources for Bank Officers & Directors (FDIC)

The Directors' Resource Center is a special section of the FDIC's website that is dedicated to providing useful information and resources for directors and officers of FDIC-insured institutions.

Resources for Bank Directors (FRB)

Resources for Bank Officers & Directors provided by the FDIC to assist bank directors and bank officers with their management oversight responsibilities.