Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Secure Act 2.0 Starts to Take Shape in Senate
By Melanie WaddellThe HELP Committee just released a package of provisions intended for inclusion in the retirement bill.
May 12, 2022
House Passes Bill to Fund State Efforts to Protect Older InvestorsHouse also passed The Small Business Mergers, Acquisitions, Sales, and Brokerage Act.
May 09, 2022
Bill to Fund States' Anti-Fraud Efforts Up For House VoteUnder the bill, the SEC would implement a grant program to help states protect older investors.
May 09, 2022
5 Annuity Bills in Congress NowThe Secure Act 2.0 isn't the only pending legislation that could affect annuities.
April 28, 2022
Top 10 Medicare Bills Introduced in 2022These bills have bipartisan support in at least one chamber.
April 26, 2022
Elon Musk's Untaxed Wealth Is Helping to Finance His Twitter BuyoutHe is borrowing against his highly appreciated Tesla shares to get cash without having to sell and pay taxes.
April 22, 2022
Biden to Make Last Attempt at Tax Hikes on Wealthy: ValliereWhile Biden's Build Back Better legislation "is in tatters," he'll make one last attempt this summer, Valliere says.
April 21, 2022
8 New Social Security Bills in Congress NowLawmakers are pushing for action on the Social Security 2100 bill, but that's not the only one under consideration.