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What financial institutions should know about FinCEN’s Minnesota Geographic Targeting Order (GTO)

Stephanie Jennings
Feb 04, 2026

 

On January 13, 2026, FinCEN issued a Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) to combat financial crime related to government assistance funds in Minnesota.

This GTO is a critical regulatory development for financial institutions — particularly those with a footprint in Hennepin or Ramsey counties. It also introduces new reporting expectations, effective February 12, 2026.

Watch this focused, on-demand webinar to gain a clear understanding of the GTO and what it means for your institution.

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • Key details of FinCEN’s Minnesota GTO.
  • Reporting requirements institutions must follow under the GTO.
  • How to prepare your compliance and operations teams before the effective date.

Who should watch

This session is designed for BSA officers, backup BSA officers, compliance officers and operational staff with reporting responsibilities at financial institutions.

Watch now to understand upcoming compliance requirements and prepare your teams.

Author(s)

Stephanie Jennings
CRCM, CCBTO, Manager, Wipfli Advisory LLC
Matthew Hovis
Senior Manager, Wipfli Advisory LLC

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