Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
New Bill Would Fund States' Efforts to Protect Older Investors
By Melanie WaddellThe Empowering States to Protect Seniors from Bad Actors Act would create a grant program run by the SEC.
January 05, 2022
Biden Economic Plan Remains Stuck as Manchin Reports No TalksSenator Joe Manchin said Tuesday that he wants any extension of child tax credit limited to those with earned income.
December 29, 2021
Debate: Should Congress Impose a 15% Minimum Tax on Firms With at Least $1B in Profits?Two professors discuss the tax proposal as a means to pay for social spending in Build Back Better, and its likelihood of passage.
December 29, 2021
Harry Reid, Senate Leader Who Guided Obama's Agenda, Dies at 82The Nevada politician worked in the arena of backroom dealmaking, with a penchant for hardball tactics and a keen sense of the Senate's pressure points.
December 28, 2021
What's Next for Build Back Better, Form CRS and the New Fiduciary Rule?Greg Valliere, Ron Rhoades and Fred Reish weigh in on what lies ahead for new laws and rules coming out of Washington in 2022.
December 28, 2021
What to Expect for Social Security in 2022Experts Jamie Hopkins, Marcia Mantell and Nancy Altman weigh in on what lies ahead for the retirement benefits program next year.
December 23, 2021
3 Under-the-Radar Planning Tips for 2022 Tax ChangesThough Biden's spending plans are in limbo, advisors and clients shouldn't tune out when it comes to year-end planning for tax changes.
December 22, 2021
Prep Your Clients for 2 Bills That Could Change IRAs in 2022A few steps that seem simple to most advisors can go a long way in easing clients' worries over tax news, says the retirement and tax expert.