Highlights:

• A teleconference will be held on June 5, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. (EDT) to discuss the importance of adequate independent testing as part of the BSA/AML compliance program.
• Those wishing to participate in the teleconference must register no later than 3:00 p.m. (EDT) on June 2, 2008.

  To register for the teleconference:

  • Go to https://www.mymeetings.com/emeet/rsvp/index.jsp?customHeader=mymeetings&Conference_ID=4320348&passcode=1707904 .
  • Provide your name and e-mail address in the spaces provided.
  • Click on the "proceed" button.

  A confirmation e-mail will be sent providing the teleconference number and the pass code.

• Participants should call approximately 15 minutes prior to the teleconference start time using the telephone number and pass code provided in the registration e-mail. To ensure optimum reception, please mute (*6) your phone during the presentation.
• Participants will have an opportunity to ask BSA/AML- related questions following the presentation. Questions may also be submitted via e-mail during the live broadcast to rac@fdic.gov .

Distribution:
FDIC-Supervised Banks (Commercial and Savings)

Suggested Routing:
Chief Executive Officer
BSA Compliance Officer

Note:
FDIC financial institution letters (FILs) may be accessed from the FDIC's Web site at: http://www.fdic.gov/news/financial-institution-letters/2008/index.html .

To receive FILs electronically, please visit http://www.fdic.gov/about/subscriptions/fil.html .

Paper copies of FDIC FILs may be obtained through the FDIC's Public Information Center, 3501 N. Fairfax Drive, Room E 1002, Arlington, VA 22226 (1-877-275-3342 or 703-562-2200).