Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Bernie Sanders Floats 95% Corporate Tax Targeting JPMorgan, Chevron
By Laura DavidsonThe higher tax rate would target corporate earnings that are above pre-pandemic levels.
March 23, 2022
5 Retirement Issues Likely Top of Mind at Senate Hearing: IRIThe Insured Retirement Institute highlights topics that are part of bills now in play and set to be discussed on March 29.
March 22, 2022
6 New Long-Term Care Insurance Bills in Play NowLTC insurers paid out $12.3 billion in claims in '21 — a big jump from prior years, according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance.
March 14, 2022
Where Did $6T in Covid Funding Go?As Congress doled out relief funds, crooks and con men lined up to get their share via fake companies and employees, stolen identities and other tactics.
March 14, 2022
10 Top Retirement Bills Introduced in 2022They affect retirement benefits for part-timers and COVID-19 emergency service workers and would tweak Social Security.
March 08, 2022
Lobbyists Expect Major Retirement Legislation to Pass in 2022There's a push from leaders in the House and Senate to get Secure Act 2.0 passed this year.
March 08, 2022
Lawmakers Want to Block Spouses From Emptying 401(k)sHouse members are drafting a bill that could change defined contribution plan asset withdrawal rules.
February 28, 2022
Ukraine War Means Yet More Inflation: Andy FriedmanMeanwhile, tax hikes are likely by 2023, the political analyst and former tax attorney says, offering planning tips.