Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Aging Boomers to Put Pressure on Social Security: CBO
By Melanie WaddellParticipation in federal programs is projected to continue growing faster than the overall population, a report finds.
February 09, 2026
New Bill Lets First-Time Homebuyers Tap 529 PlansThe Save for Success Act allows distributions from qualified tuition programs to be used for qualified housing expenses.
February 03, 2026
President Signs $1.2T Spending Package, Promotes Drug Pricing ShiftA separate Homeland Security funding bill fight could create new dealmaking opportunities.
February 03, 2026
FSI Wants These Advisor Rules Modernized in 2026Two big priorities: Off-channel communications and an updated accredited investor definition.
February 03, 2026
Congress Sends Trump $1.2T Spending Package With SEC Funding, Medicare ProvisionsThe Medicare provisions could eventually help clients use their favorite pharmacies and pay for Apple Watch devices.
February 03, 2026
New Bill Overhauls Individual Income Tax RatesThe Middle Class Tax Act would levy "a significant tax increase on high earners and capital income," said Jeff Bush.
February 02, 2026
DOGE Social Security Data Breach Puts Retirees at RiskNew court papers released by DOJ may be the tip of the iceberg, lawmakers and advocates say.
January 29, 2026
How to Help Clients Duck the 'SALT Torpedo'More affluent households can be unknowingly exposed to what planners call the state and local tax deduction trap.