Federal Regulation
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What DOL Fiduciary Victory Feels Like: The Texas Court Decision
By Knut A. RostadSeven challenges to the DOL fiduciary rule were noted and refuted in Judge Barbara Lynn's decision.
February 09, 2017
IRS rules against kids, spouses of employer health spurnersA parent who rejects group coverage blocks dependents' access to ACA tax credits, officials say.
February 09, 2017
Bogle: ‘Fiduciary Principle Will Live On’ No Matter WhatThe lower cost funds and fee-based accounts created in response to the fiduciary rule will remain, writes the former Vanguard CEO.
February 09, 2017
Labor Pick Puzder’s Nomination Hearing Set for Feb. 16Acting Labor Secretary Hugler likely will soon act to postpone the fiduciary rules April 10 compliance date, says Wagner attorney Tom Clark.
February 09, 2017
Columnists debate: Is Dodd-Frank worth saving?The Dodd-Frank Act was designed to prevent another financial crisis. Critics say it overburdened banks with rules.
February 08, 2017
DOL wins fiduciary rule case in TexasTexas federal trial Judge Barbara M.G. Lynn ruled in favor Wednesday of the Labor Department in the case brought by nine plaintiffs against Labors fiduciary rule.
February 08, 2017
DOL wins fiduciary rule case in TexasTexas federal trial Judge Barbara M.G. Lynn ruled in favor Wednesday of the Labor Department in the case brought by nine plaintiffs against Labors fiduciary rule.
February 08, 2017
DOL Wins Fiduciary Rule Case in TexasCongress "gave the DOL broad discretion" to protect retirement investors, the decision says.