Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Debate: Should 401(k) Tax Breaks Be Curtailed?
By Robert Bloink and William H. ByrnesCurrent benefits related to DC plans will cost the government $1.4 trillion in revenue over 10 years.
August 08, 2025
Expanding Access to Alts: Proceed With CareAs we consider expanding access, it’s important to revisit key regulatory questions, such as the accredited investor definition.
August 07, 2025
Senator Looks to Hold Hearing on Social Security Investment FundSen. Cassidy's plan will "protect promised benefits, save the program, and can pass Congress," he tells ThinkAdvisor.
August 05, 2025
New Tax Law Speeds Up Social Security Depletion: Chief ActuaryThe old-age trust fund will run dry a year earlier, in 2032, according to a nonpartisan analysis.
August 05, 2025
New Bill Requires Congress to OK Social Security ChangesThe Hands Off Our Social Security Act would mandate congressional approval of any benefits or service adjustments.
July 31, 2025
Democrats Assail Bessent on 'Privatizing' Social Security RemarkThe Treasury secretary is under fire for discussing "Trump accounts" as being a "backdoor for privatizing Social Security."
July 30, 2025
What OBBBA Means For Medicare Rules and PaymentsThe new legislation paused some rule changes and adjusted payment benchmarks.
July 28, 2025
Small-Business Owners Aren't Claiming 401(k) Startup Credits. What Gives?A new analysis shows only about 5.5% of “apparently eligible” firms claim the credit.