Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
New Bill Would Stop Lawmaker Pay During Shutdowns
By Melanie WaddellThe No Budget, No Pay Act prevents Congress from being paid unless it passes a budget and appropriations bills.
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.
September 18, 2025
Billionaire Tax Bill Is BackThe bill would raise more than $500 billion without increasing tax rates, said Sen. Ron Wyden.
September 18, 2025
House Panel Advances Social Security Claiming BillThe Claiming Age Clarity Act seeks to update the language used to describe when workers can claim retirement benefits.