Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
SEC Could Give More Life and Annuity Products Their Own Registration Forms
By Allison BellSupporters of a new House bill say better-fitting paperwork would make the products easier to understand.
June 16, 2026
New Bill Phases Out Social Security Payroll Tax CapThe Strengthening Social Security Act would also increase widow and widower benefits.
June 15, 2026
7 New Social Security Bills in Congress NowLawmakers continue to float new fixes to the trust fund shortfall and the agency's staffing challenges.
June 10, 2026
New Bill Creates Eldercare Income Tax CreditThe Americans Giving Care to Elders Act allows taxpayers to claim a credit equal to 20% of qualified care expenses.
June 10, 2026
Bill to Set Up Social Security Solvency Commission Is BackThe Bipartisan Social Security Commission Act would address the program's health via a 13-member commission.
June 04, 2026
After OBBBA, Some Wealthy Clients Have Estate Planning RegretsClients who rushed to give assets to children may be having second thoughts.
May 22, 2026
The Social Security Clock Is Ticking. Here's What Advisors Should Watch.NARSSA President Martha Shedden weighs in on Trump accounts, key bills and how advisors can prepare for possible cuts.
May 20, 2026
Debate: Should QCDs Be Allowed From 401(k)s?Under current rules, those distributions are available only if they are transferred from an IRA to a qualifying charity.