Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
GOP Lawmakers Mull Social Security, Medicare Commission
By Melanie WaddellAs Rep. McCarthy says a debt-limit bill is coming, talk swirls that it won't be without conditions.
April 13, 2023
3 Ways to Save Social Security and MedicareRaising the full retirement age, adding taxes on the wealthy and retargeting benefits are some options on the table.
April 06, 2023
SALT Tax Break Gets Fresh Push From RepublicansCongressional talks about state and local tax deductions are ongoing as taxpayers file their fifth tax return with the $10,000 cap.
April 04, 2023
New Bill Revives GOP Push to Repeal Estate Tax"The real issue here is the income tax benefit, which is not mentioned," says financial expert Ed Slott.
April 04, 2023
Senate Bill Could Help Protect Clients From Bad GuardiansS. 1148 would form an oversight council, support data collection and fund state advocacy programs.
April 04, 2023
My Wacky Idea to Save Social SecurityThere is a way to avoid cutting benefits and raising taxes. But will Americans embrace it?
April 03, 2023
7 New Social Security Bills in Congress NowOne bill aims to guarantee benefits during a debt limit standoff, for instance; another would raise benefits by over $2,000 a year.
March 31, 2023
Hopes for Bipartisan Social Security Fix Dimmed by Biden-GOP TensionsThe breakdown comes despite signs that Social Security benefits are at real risk if current policies aren't changed.