Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Calling Clients About Life and Annuities? There Are Laws for That
By Mark McKinney and Stefan DuniganThe penalty for a violation can range from $500 to $20,000.
January 22, 2024
Retirement Policy: What to Expect in 2024 and BeyondInvesco's government affairs chief expects continued work behind the scenes even as the election takes the spotlight.
January 19, 2024
House Panel Advances Tax Bill With 100% Bonus DepreciationThe bill also expands the small-business expensing cap and the Child Tax Credit.
January 18, 2024
Congress Approves Funding to Avert Government ShutdownThe short-term package gives lawmakers time to finish talks on annual funding for the fiscal year that began Oct. 1, 2023.
January 18, 2024
Bill That Could Narrow CFPB's Insurance Authority Is BackThe bill would keep the bureau from overseeing the insurance activities of persons overseen by state insurance regulators.
January 18, 2024
House Panel Advances Bill to 'Fast Track' Social Security CutsThe controversial plan to create a commission to cut spending now heads to the House floor.
January 17, 2024
Bill to 'Fast Track' Social Security Cuts Is Up for Debate This WeekCritics blast the Fiscal Commission Act as an attempt to "slash Social Security and Medicare behind closed doors."
January 16, 2024
New Tax Bill Includes 100% Bonus Depreciation"This is a big deal for small and medium-sized businesses," Jeff Bush of The Washington Update says.