Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Should Social Security Be Used to Fund Parental Leave?
By Melanie WaddellThe New Parents Act is drawing opposition from libertarians and Social Security advocates alike.
August 23, 2022
Debate: How Should the IRS Treat Excess Business Losses?Two professors discuss stretching the limits on these losses for two more years through the Inflation Reduction Act.
August 22, 2022
Want a Better IRS? Simplify the Tax CodeThe Inflation Reduction Act expands its funding by $80 billion over ten years, but that move raises some serious questions.
August 19, 2022
Who Will the IRS Go After With Its $80B Budget Boost?The Inflation Reduction Act beefs up the IRS, but there's a hot debate over which individuals and income levels it will target.
August 18, 2022
Will $80B Solve the IRS's Problems?There are some complicated issues involved with the agency's new budget boost.
August 18, 2022
Inflation Reduction Act Could Spark Surge in Some Home ImprovementsThe Inflation Reduction Act contains some pleasant surprises for taxpayers interested in making certain changes to their homes.
August 18, 2022
Why Secure Act 2.0 Will Pass This YearRetiring lawmakers want to get the big retirement bill through Congress in 2022, a former Labor Department official says.
August 17, 2022
Stock Buyback Tax Is a 'Silly Mistake': Charles EllisThe strategist also shares his views on the value of index funds and why "almost everybody needs a financial advisor."