Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Hotly Anticipated Secure 2.0 Act Corrections Bill Lands in House and Senate
By John ManganaroThe push is already on to find a piece of must-pass legislation to which to attach the new Secure 2.0 corrections bill.
November 30, 2023
New Senate Bill Would End 'Buy, Borrow, Die' Strategy for Wealthiest InvestorsThe Billionaires Income Tax Act would require the wealthiest investors to recognize capital gains and losses every year.
November 28, 2023
House Panel to Take Up Bill to 'Fast Track' Social Security CutsThe Budget Committee plans to review Wednesday the Fiscal Stability Act, which would set up a fiscal commission.
November 21, 2023
Critics Bash Social Security Windfall Elimination PoliciesIntended to prevent overly generous benefits, two program exceptions affect many multi-career workers' retirements.
November 17, 2023
Biden Signs Bill Averting Shutdown, Teeing Up 2024 Budget BattleThe White House confirmed the move in a statement early Friday, less than a day before existing funding would have expired.
November 17, 2023
New Retirement Bill Lowers Plan Participation Age to 18The bill would allow employers to waive matching contributions and some regulatory requirements for workers 18-20.
November 16, 2023
Labor's Retirement Unit Needs More Funds to Implement Secure Acts: GAOEBSA has been forced to cut staff even as its responsibilities grow, Rep. Bobby Scott says.
November 15, 2023
House Passes Amendments Killing DOL Fiduciary RuleThe amendments are attached to a spending bill that's up for debate Wednesday.