Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
New Bill Seeks to Clarify Independent Contractor Status
By Melanie WaddellThe Financial Services Institute cheered the bill, saying it would protect the status of independent advisors.
April 27, 2023
House Panel Passes E-Delivery BillThe bill requires the SEC to write a rule allowing financial firms to deliver documents in digital format.
April 26, 2023
House Passes Debt-Limit Bill That Trims Social Security Administration BudgetThe bill, unlikely to pass in the Senate, would "responsibly raise the debt limit," said Rep. Patrick McHenry.
April 26, 2023
Social Security Administration Would Face 23% Cut Under GOP Debt Ceiling Bill: LobbyistSuch a cut would produce "longer wait times for benefits and to reach SSA representatives," says Max Richtman.
April 25, 2023
Here's What Should Really Scare Lawmakers About Social Security: GOP SenatorWe need to change the conversation around the "third rail" of American politics, Sen. Bill Cassidy says.
April 24, 2023
4 Accredited Investor Bills Up for House Panel VoteThe House Financial Services Committee plan to mark up the bills Wednesday.
April 24, 2023
Social Security Advocates Call for Clean Debt Ceiling BillSpeaker McCarthy says the House will pass his $1.5 trillion plan, which freezes spending levels, this week.
April 24, 2023
New HSA Bill Could Help Working Medicare EnrolleesH.R. 2769 would let employed clients over age 65 add cash to HSAs.