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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.
Biden's Key DOL Pick Could Get Senate Vote This Week
By Melanie WaddellLisa Gomez's nomination to lead retirement plan oversight could come up for a vote on the Senate floor as early as Tuesday.
March 30, 2022
IRS Clarifies Secure Act's 'One Bad Apple' Workaround for MEPsEmployers that are interested in MEPs should take note of the new requirements that will likely apply.
March 30, 2022
Should Crypto Be Allowed in 401(k)s?Two professors debate the Labor Department's wary stance on cryptocurrencies in retirement accounts.
March 29, 2022
Why C-Suite Execs Should Not Serve as Retirement Plan FiduciariesFirms and their clients won't be served well if fiduciary duties are dumped on managers with full day jobs.
March 18, 2022
Barbara Roper's Former Role Is Filled by a Familiar FaceAfter a stint at the SEC, Micah Hauptman is returning to the Consumer Federation of America.
March 16, 2022
Get Ready for New DOL Rollover Rules on July 1Starting on this date, specific reasons for each rollover recommendation must be put in writing.
March 16, 2022
DOL Withdrawal of Independent Contractor Rule Violated Law, Judge RulesFSI says the rule gives advisors and firms certainty that they are indeed independent.
March 16, 2022
DOL's New Rollover Rules Are Coming. Here's How to Be ReadyWhile most parts of the PTE are in effect, the rollover rules will be enforced starting July 1.