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July 29th, 2025 Information & Insights for the 403(b) Community Center for Retirement Research Finds Modest Public Pension Funding Increase The funding ratio of state and local pension plans is projected to have increased slightly since 2023, despite greater stock market growth. 403(b) Retirement Plans A review of  issues and trends affecting the investment and operation of 403(b) plans and how they are changing. Ask the Experts Can 403(b) Plans Permit Distributions for Long-Term Care Premiums? Q: I hear that there is a new SECURE 2.0 provision that will allow for distributions of up to $2,500 to pay for long-term care insurance premiums, beginning in 2026. Is this true, and can I add such a provision to our 403(b) plan? DOL Seeks Comment on PEPs for Small Employers The Department of Labor requested industry advice on how to improve pooled employer plans and make them more effective for small businesses. Congress Introduces Bill to Encourage Small Nonprofits to Offer Retirement Plans The legislation would mirror benefits offered to for-profit entities under the SECURE Act.  Did someone forward you this newsletter? Sign up here to get (b)lines directly in your mailbox! Unsubscribe | Manage Subscriptions | Contact Us Copyright ©2026 Asset International, Inc. All rights reserved. No reproduction without prior authorization. Modern Slavery Statement 2022 | Do Not Sell My Personal Information | Privacy (including cookies), Social Media & Legal 702 King Farm Boulevard, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20850