# Federal Register #2026-19451

Notice of Applications for Bank Holding Company Formations, Acquisitions, and Mergers

**Buyer:** Federal Reserve System
**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-19451

This notice from the Federal Reserve System announces applications for the formation, acquisition, and merger of bank holding companies.
- Government Buyer:
  - Federal Reserve System
- Entities Mentioned:
  - Mutual Federal Bancorp, MHC
  - Mutual Federal Bancorp, Inc.
  - Mutual Federal Bank
  - MFB Bancorp, Inc.
  - Security Bancshares Corporation
- Purpose:
  - Informational notice regarding proposed transactions involving bank holding companies
  - Invites public comments on these applications
- Procurement Details:
  - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are specified
  - No procurement, solicitation, or bid process is described
- Unique Requirements:
  - None related to procurement; the notice is for public awareness and comment only

### Description

This notice published by the Federal Reserve System announces applications by companies seeking approval to become bank holding companies or to acquire ownership or control of banks or bank holding companies. The notice includes information on the public availability of application materials and invites public comments on the proposed transactions. Specific examples include acquisitions and conversions involving entities such as Mutual Federal Bancorp and Security Bancshares Corporation. No specific procurement or bid details are provided.

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