Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Health Agents' Advocate Hopes to Boost Consumers' Voice
By Allison BellJessica Brooks-Woods says patients need affordability and support for the right kind of care, not just coverage.
November 09, 2023
Senators Debate Tax Avoidance Methods Used by Ultra-WealthyThe politicians did agree, though, that the current tax code invites abuse of its many grey areas.
November 09, 2023
New Bill Sets Up 'Fast Track' for Social Security Cuts, Critics SayThe Fiscal Stability Act includes language allowing changes to Social Security to be expedited through Congress.
November 08, 2023
Debate: Will Auto-IRAs Hurt the Retirement Savings Market?Two professors debate the potential impact of a proposal to offer government-sponsored retirement plans.
November 07, 2023
House Effort to Kill Federal Insurance Office Nears VoteThe bill also blocks the SEC from moving forward on several rules House Republicans don't like.
November 06, 2023
House Spending Bill Kills SEC Custody Rule, Curbs CAT Data CollectionThe agency would be blocked from using funds to finalize, implement or enforce a host of rules.
October 26, 2023
New Service Makes Documents More AccessibleThe program from R.R. Donnelly & Sons broadens communication with clients through translation, transcription and subtitles.
October 24, 2023
These 11 States Require Financial Ed to Graduate High SchoolMore states are on track to follow suit, an advocacy group says.