Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
October 16, 2025
BofA, BNY Sued Over Alleged Ties to Epstein Sex-TraffickingClass-action lawyers accuse Bank of New York of processing $387 million in payments to women trafficked by the financier.
October 15, 2025
Even a Shutdown Can’t Stop the Social Security COLAMartha Shedden, who heads an advocacy organization, sees encouraging signs in an otherwise worrying political situation.
October 14, 2025
New Bill Gives Trump's Order on Alts in 401(k)s the Force of LawThe Retirement Investment Choice Act codifies the order, which directs the SEC and Labor to examine existing guidance.
October 13, 2025
New Bills Allow Penalty-Free Retirement Plan Withdrawals During ShutdownRecently introduced legislation would help federal workers and contractors access retirement accounts.
September 22, 2025
6 New Social Security Bills in Congress NowA number of measures have been introduced this year, but retirees need more help, according to one advocate.
September 19, 2025
Debate: Should Limits Be Placed on a SALT Cap Workaround?After the 2017 tax overhaul, many states created pass-through entity tax (PTET) to bypass the $10,000 cap.
September 19, 2025
House Passes GOP Funding Bill, Sets Up Senate ShowdownDemocrats are under increasing pressure to risk a government shutdown Oct. 1.