Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
The Social Security Clock Is Ticking. Here's What Advisors Should Watch.
By Melanie WaddellNARSSA President Martha Shedden weighs in on Trump accounts, key bills and how advisors can prepare for possible cuts.
May 19, 2026
New Bill Would Extend a Popular RMD Optimization Tool to 401(k)sThe Charity Parity Act would allow QCDs from workplace retirement plans. Ed Slott is skeptical.
May 14, 2026
Long-Stalled Crypto Bill Wins Key Senate Committee VoteThe Senate Banking Committee advanced the Clarity Act, which would establish the CFTC as crypto's primary regulator.
May 13, 2026
Debra Taylor: How OBBBA Is Making Advisors Rethink Tax PlanningThe law's many temporary provisions and income limits make multi-year planning a must, Carson's chief tax strategist says.
May 12, 2026
Senate Unites to Mourn Death of Former ACLI President Dirk KempthorneKempthorne was also a former Cabinet member, governor of Idaho and U.S. senator.
May 12, 2026
New Bill Seeks to Curb Use of Trusts for Estate Tax DodgingThe Fair Trusts for Fiscal Responsibility Act taxes assets over $50 million in certain types of trusts.
May 11, 2026
New Bill Creates Savings Accounts for Skills TrainingEmployers and employees could contribute to tax-advantaged accounts to fund education and training expenses.
May 08, 2026
Vanguard, BlackRock, Invesco Push for Invest Act PassagePolicy experts at the asset managers are awaiting Senate action on legislation that expands the accredited investor definition.