Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
House Panel Advances Bill to 'Fast Track' Social Security Cuts
By Melanie WaddellThe controversial plan to create a commission to cut spending now heads to the House floor.
January 12, 2024
CFP Board Releases Secure 2.0 Act Exam GuideKey parts of the law become effective in 2024 and will be included in subsequent CFP exams.
January 08, 2024
Spending Deal Would Keep Social Security Budget FlatTax legislation is also in the works and could be attached to a spending bill.
January 03, 2024
Which Party in Congress Topped the S&P in 2023?Four lawmakers made triple-digit gains, according to a stock and options data service.
December 29, 2023
Clients Retiring in 2024 Need to Know About These ChangesHere are some planning strategies to help your clients take advantage of new rules and expected developments.
December 26, 2023
Secure 2.0 Is Turning 1, and There Are More Changes to ComeA number of provisions go into effect in January to help balance saving with more immediate priorities.
December 25, 2023
Wall Street Wins Bid to Keep Non-Compete Clauses in New YorkNew York would have become the second most populous state to ban these clauses, joining California.
December 21, 2023
4 Big Retirement Savings Problems, and How to Fix ThemAmong the biggest hurdles in the U.S. system: A person's readiness is disproportionately affected by household income.