Legislation
Breaking news and analysis on the latest legislation and activities affecting financial services from Capitol Hill.
House Bill Could Provide $250M for Grief Support Efforts
By Allison BellOne section would provide $40 million over four years to support grief response training efforts.
September 29, 2022
New Retirement Bill Would Allow Alts in 401(k)sThe Retirement Savings Modernization Act will broaden access to the types of investments found in pensions, Republicans say.
September 28, 2022
New Bill Would Raise I Bond Purchase CapThe Savings Security Act of 2022 would raise the annual purchase limit when inflation tops 3.5%.
September 23, 2022
Senate EARN Act Retirement Bill Includes a Catch-Up Contribution TwistTaxpayers with incomes below $100,000 would be allowed to make catch-up contributions either before or after tax.
September 22, 2022
New GOP Bill Seeks to Make 2017 Tax Cuts PermanentWithout congressional action, 23 provisions of the 2017 Republican tax law are set to expire after 2025.
September 21, 2022
Republicans Attack HHS Over 'Family Glitch' Health Rule ChangeVern Buchanan wants more information about efforts to close an ACA family coverage gap.
September 20, 2022
House Panel Advances Bill Repealing 2 Unpopular Social Security RulesThe Social Security Fairness Act would eliminate rules that can reduce benefits for public workers.
September 16, 2022
Debate: Should the EARN Act Let Savers Tap 401(k)s to Pay for LTCI?Two professors discuss the merit of a provision allowing penalty-free withdrawals to cover long-term care insurance.