Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
SALT Deduction Bill Fails Test Vote in House
By Melanie WaddellRep. Lawler, R-N.Y., said that, while disappointed, he'd keep up the fight for his bill.
February 13, 2024
SALT Deduction Bill to Get Procedural Vote WednesdayThe SALT Marriage Penalty Elimination Act would double the cap to $20,000 for couples earning less than $500,000.
February 08, 2024
Here's What's Wrong With Ending 401(k) Tax Breaks to Fund Social Security: ICI EconomistOne can portray the U.S. retirement system as unfair, but the real picture is nuanced, Peter Brady says.
February 08, 2024
House Panel OKs Bipartisan Preventive Health Measures AnalysisLawmakers renamed H.R. 766 in honor of Rep. Michael Burgess, who is retiring.
February 08, 2024
House Passes Health Anti-Discrimination BillThe legislation would prevent federal health programs from using quality-of-life measures in coverage decisions.
February 07, 2024
12 Filing-Season Tax Facts for 2024These must-knows can help you answer clients' questions and get them organized.
February 06, 2024
House Rules Adds Health Discrimination Bill to Impeachment ResolutionRep. Frank Pallone worries that the current version could hurt federal health program cost-control efforts.
February 06, 2024
New Bill Would Block SEC Predictive Data Analytics RuleThe Protecting Innovation in Investment Act would prevent SEC from finalizing, implementing or enforcing the controversial rule.