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The Clearing House Payments Authority

The Clearing House Payments Authority (TCHPA) serves more than 4,000 member banks, credit unions and companies throughout the U.S. with a focus on ensuring access to payments education on the various U.S. payment systems, assisting with compliance testing, informing efforts to reduce risk and positioning member organizations for success in the rapidly changing payments landscape.

We are the go-to resource regarding payments system rules, regulations and risk management, covering all payment channels:  ACH, check/image, card transactions, wire transfer and instant payments.

ACH Rules Update 2027

This session provides a review of recent ACH Rule changes and a preview of the ACH rules that will become effective in the coming year (2027). If your responsibilities include ACH, then this session is for you. Register here. 

RTP® Audit Services

The RTP Operating Rules require all RTP Participants to complete an annual RTP Audit, either internally or through an independent third-party provider. TCHPA offers a comprehensive audit experience designed to help participants assess compliance, identify potential risks, & strengthen operational controls. Visit TCHPA Compliance & Consulting.

2026 Certificate Registration Closes November 16th

Congratulations to those who earned a Certificate in 2026. For those who would still like to earn a certificate this year, please note that Certificates registration closes on Monday, November 16, 2026. We ask that you consume all content by December 31, 2026. Next year we are excited to continue our Certificates Program. More information to come.

Save the Date and Come Join Us

Concepts brings together payments professionals for two days of timely education, industry insights, and valuable networking with peers, experts, and solution providers. Explore the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of payments, and discover practical ideas you can put to work right away. Plans for Concepts 2027 are well underway! Stay tuned as new details are added in the months ahead. More Info