Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is an agency within the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Its primary role is to oversee and regulate national banks and federal savings associations, ensuring their safety, soundness, and compliance with banking laws. The OCC aims to maintain public confidence in the financial system by supervising how these banks operate, manage risk, and serve their customers. Essentially, it helps protect consumers and ensure a stable banking environment in the United States.