Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Senate OKs Bipartisan Bill That Might Help Older Clients With Tech
By Allison BellOlder Americans Act reauthorization passed unanimously, and President Biden has just signed a dementia data bill.
December 03, 2024
Congress May Poach Retirement Benefits to Pay for 2025 Tax Cuts"Rothification" of 401(k)s or a rollback of the RMD age extension could be on the table.
November 27, 2024
8 Big Retirement Bills Introduced in 2024Proposals include ending taxes on Social Security benefits and changing the COLA calculation.
November 22, 2024
Expect Secure 3.0 and a Major Tax Bill Next YearTax cuts will likely be fast-tracked in 2025 as Secure 3.0 takes shape, a former DOL official says.
November 19, 2024
What's Next for Trump's Tax Cuts? One Wealth Advisor's TakeLetting the 2017 law expire would hike taxes “for almost everybody,” enrolled agent Dave Alison says.
November 15, 2024
Republican Sweep Strengthens Trump’s Tax Cut DreamsWealthy families and some business owners could benefit most, says one tax expert.
November 12, 2024
Bill to Curb Controversial Social Security Rules Passes HouseThe Social Security Fairness Act would restore benefits to millions of teachers and firefighters, one group told lawmakers.
November 12, 2024
Bipartisanship Is Alive and Well in the Retirement ArenaWhatever our views on abortion, gun rights or the limits of the First Amendment, we're all getting older.