Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
'Accredited Investor' Definition Sparks House Debate
By Melanie WaddellAt issue: the SEC's plan to update in April the financial thresholds defining who qualifies.
February 07, 2023
Track Lawmakers' Stock Trading With These 2 ETFsThe ETFs aim to capitalize on controversy surrounding stock moves, some very profitable, by Democrats and Republicans.
February 06, 2023
Secure 2.0 Can Make Clients' Retirement Plans StrongerExplaining change can create sales opportunities.
February 03, 2023
Secure 2.0 Adds RMD Flexibility for Surviving SpousesNew rules for the treatment of a deceased spouse's IRA offer some potentially beneficial planning options.
February 02, 2023
How Early 401(k) Withdrawal Penalties Punish the Most VulnerableStiff penalties for early retirement account withdrawals often drive people towards alternatives such as high-interest credit card debt.
February 01, 2023
Fight to Rename 'Medicare Advantage' Gets New PushRep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., and two House colleagues are promoting the position that "only Medicare is Medicare."
February 01, 2023
Be Ready for SEC's Proposed RIA Outsourcing RuleA proposed rule would impose new due diligence requirements on RIAs seeking certain third-party services.
January 31, 2023
Bill Could Help Clients With Breast Cancer Get Quick Medicare AccessThe version of the bill on the agenda is similar to care access bills introduced in previous congresses.