Federal Regulation
Get the latest news and insights on regulatory developments affecting financial advisors and the stock market and trading, including news about the SEC, DOL, IRS and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
President nominates two SEC Commissioners: Which one signals possible changes for advisors?
By Lynn Brackpool GilesWill new SEC Commissioners bring change for financial advisors?
October 27, 2015
Treasury, IRS seek to clarify same-sex marriage tax rulesThe proposed rules provide more clarity on same-sex couples tax treatment in light of two Supreme Court decisions.
October 27, 2015
Bill to Stop DOL Fiduciary Rule Passes HouseThe House passed by a 245-186 vote Rep. Ann Wagners bill to stop DOL from moving forward on its fiduciary rule.
October 26, 2015
Experts say DOL rule will remain largely unchanged"There are a lot of unintended consequences and a lot of problems with the rule," said one LIMRA panelist.
October 26, 2015
SEC fiduciary rule still a long way offThe SEC's Investment Management director says the unit is still working on a uniform fiduciary recommendation--but lawmakers aren't happy with the timeline.
October 26, 2015
IRS posts another 8965 PPACA exemption instructions draftOne tip raises questions about whether being an Indian is permanent.
October 23, 2015
SEC Fiduciary Rule Still a Long Way OffThe SEC's Investment Management Division, tasked with drafting a uniform fiduciary recommendation, is still working on it, Director David Grim told lawmakers.
October 23, 2015
View: Jeb Bush is more conservative than his brotherThe author says a Bush proposal would create a much more competitive individual health market.