League Statement on the Passing of Rep. Donald McEachin

The Virginia Credit Union League today issued the following statement on the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin.

"We are saddened to hear of the passing of Rep. Don McEachin, a respected voice and dedicated champion for the Richmond area and south Central Virginia. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and colleagues. Credit unions and the League worked closely with Rep. McEachin for decades during his service in the Virginia General Assembly and Congress," said Virginia Credit Union League President/CEO Carrie Hunt. "He was a vocal advocate for the underserved, and he praised credit unions for our work to serve these vulnerable communities. We are grateful for the Congressman's many years of support for Virginia's credit unions."

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