Senate Banking Committee

Jon Tester is the only Democratic supporter of the recent regulatory relief package sitting on the Banking Committee to win re-election this fall.

The Senate is losing several key backers of last spring’s regulatory relief bill in the wake of the midterm elections.

The midterm elections virtually eliminate the chance that progress will be made on financial services legislation.

Several Senate, House and gubernatorial battles are of interest to financial firms. Here is a spotlight on specific contests, with updates as they become available.

The battle gaining the most attention Tuesday night will be which party controls the House next year. But other key races will help determine the makeup of the Senate Banking Committee.

The Federal Reserve Board’s meeting to discuss supervisory standards for midsize institutions will be closely watched by regulatory relief advocates and those who want the Fed to maintain its firm hand.

The housing finance agency, which is increasingly at the forefront of reform discussions, has been without a permanent chief for almost two years.

The result could play a big role in whether banks see more regulatory relief next year or policymakers can coalesce around a housing finance reform plan.

The Senate Banking Committee's latest hearing offers some clues.

The Senate Banking Committee's latest hearing offers some clues.