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Get the latest news and insights on the Department of Labor's moves around the fiduciary rule, other financial regulations, enforcement actions and more.
October 11, 2022
DOL Issues New Independent Contractor RuleFSI is reviewing the rule to ensure advisors' independent contractor status is protected, Dale Brown says.
September 29, 2022
Senate Confirms Lisa Gomez to Key DOL PostGomez is now in charge of Labor's fiduciary rulemaking.
September 27, 2022
New DOL Fiduciary Rule Faces Another DelayThe department is grappling with two fiduciary-related lawsuits and other regulatory priorities.
September 23, 2022
House Bill Could Help Health Plans Improve Provider DirectoriesAnother bill could create a rating system for health plans' behavioral health provider lists.
September 21, 2022
Republicans Attack HHS Over 'Family Glitch' Health Rule ChangeVern Buchanan wants more information about efforts to close an ACA family coverage gap.
September 12, 2022
Advisors Cast a Wary Eye on 401(k) AnnuitizationIn an advisor survey, most respondents said offering annuitization as a default option at retirement would be harmful.
September 12, 2022
Wells Fargo to Pay $145M Over Company Stock in Its 401(k) PlanWells Fargo and a plan trustee caused the plan to overpay for stock, according to the Labor Department.
September 08, 2022
Private Equity Firms Face Life Insurer Safety Questions at Senate HearingRepublicans backed private firm owners of life insurers; Democrats had questions for regulators.
September 07, 2022
Texas Judge Says HIV Drug Mandate Violates Religious FreedomThe judge also ruled that the panel managing the ACA preventive measures list is violating the Constitution.
September 07, 2022
Plan Sponsors Should 'Exercise Caution' Before Adding Crypto: Wendy Von WaldVon Wald helps plan fiduciaries get insured, and minimize the odds that they'll need the insurance.