Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
Democrats Concede Shutdown Fight Without Health Care Win in Hand
By Steven T. Dennis and Erik WassonA group of eight Democrats on Sunday broke with the rest of their party to reopen the government.
November 03, 2025
New Bill Funds Social Security Services During ShutdownThe sponsors of the GUARD Act want to ensure they can continue helping constituents with Social Security issues.
October 30, 2025
5 IRS-Related Bills of 2025A number of measures have been introduced this year to change the tax code.
October 29, 2025
Government Shutdown Has Cost Economy $18B: CBOThat figure “will intensify” in the weeks to come, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
October 28, 2025
New Bill Would Change How Social Security COLAs Are SetThe Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act would adjust benefits based on either CPI-W or CPI-E, whichever is greater.
October 21, 2025
Senate Passes Bill to Help Taxpayers Fix ErrorsThe IRS MATH Act would simplify notices informing taxpayers of mistakes on their tax filings.
October 16, 2025
New Bill Would Stop Lawmaker Pay During ShutdownsThe No Budget, No Pay Act prevents Congress from being paid unless it passes a budget and appropriations bills.