Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Debate: Should Medicare's Eligibility Age Be Raised to 67?
By Robert Bloink and William H. ByrnesThe Republican Study Committee proposal more closely aligns with the eligibility rules governing Social Security claiming.
December 18, 2025
6 New Social Security Bills in Congress at Year-EndLawmakers have introduced a number of bills since October, including one to update SSA language to describe claiming ages.
December 17, 2025
ACA Subsidies to Get Vote in JanuaryModerate Republicans' revolt comes too late to stop a spike in premiums for more than 20 million Americans.
December 16, 2025
5 Things for Advisors to Know About the Health Insurance Subsidy RumbleThe most important: Clients under 65 who pay for their own coverage face some uncertainty.
December 16, 2025
New Bill Doubles Emergency Savings Account Contribution LimitThe bill would increase the cap on pension-linked accounts created by Secure 2.0 to $5,000.
December 15, 2025
Rep. Neal Reintroduces Auto-IRA BillThe Automatic IRA Act requires businesses with more than 10 employees to offer a workplace retirement plan.
December 12, 2025
New Bill Lets Social Security Recipients Contribute to HSAsThe Stop Penalizing Working Seniors Act allows those enrolled only in Medicare Part A to continue HSA contributions.
December 11, 2025
House Passes Sweeping Package on Retirement, Investors and FraudOne of more than 20 bills in the INVEST Act calls for FINRA to administer an accredited investor exam.