New Fiduciary Proposal Could Alter Participant-to-Adviser Relationships
The DOL sent a new fiduciary rule for an interagency review before its publication in the Federal Register.
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Republicans Challenge Acting Secretary of Labor’s Authority Amid Rumors of New Fiduciary Rule
Industry watchers expect the Department of Labor to submit a proposed new rule this month.
Congressional Republicans Oppose DOL Proposal of New Fiduciary Rule
A notice of rulemaking has not been issued yet, but Republican leaders are already discouraging the Department of Labor from...
Wagner Law Group: Climate Funds, ERISA May Co-Exist, With Prudence
A fiduciary can use climate funds, as long as they ‘equally serve’ the financial interests of participants.
DOL Opens Public Comment on SECURE 2.0 Provisions
EBSA will take feedback for 60 days on defined contribution reporting requirements, PEPs and emergency savings accounts.
EBSA Announces Additional Fiduciary Compliance Seminars
The upcoming seminars will be held in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Omaha, Nebraska.
Annuity Provider Representatives Push Back Against PRT Criticisms
Leaders in the PRT world argue that many criticisms of insurers are misguided and that the DOL’s IB 95-1 has...
Upcoming EBSA Webcast Will Focus on Helping Women Save for Retirement
The August 16 webinar will focus on challenges and circumstances women face when preparing for retirement, as well as how...
DOL Considers Changing Standards for Annuity Provider Selection
Interpretative Bulletin 95-1 could be in for an overhaul this year or next.
Ownership Structure, Investment Strategies of Annuities Concern Sponsors, ERISA Council Says
The ERISA Advisory Council discussed emerging trends in the annuities market, as well as concerns expressed by sponsors and other...
EBSA Compliance Seminar Set for August
The seminar will take place in Buffalo, New York, and aims to educate plan sponsors about basic fiduciary responsibilities.
FAQ Clarifies Status of In-Network Providers, Facility Fees
The FAQ also strengthens the health care cost protections of the No Surprises Act.
EBSA to Host Health Benefits Seminar in Las Vegas
Small and midsize employers have an opportunity to learn more about complying with federal and state health care laws next...
EBSA Says It Will Propose Fiduciary Rule in August
The regulatory agenda contained several other items, such as the 401(k) lost and found, emergency savings sidecars and pooled employer...
DOL to Host Compliance Seminar for Small Businesses in Buffalo
The EBSA seminar will focus on increasing awareness and understanding of basic fiduciary responsibilities when operating a small or medium-sized...
DOL Proposes Extending UBS, Credit Suisse QPAM Exemptions
The two Swiss financial firms are relying on exemptions granted by the DOL to keep managing retirement plan assets, when...
EBSA’s Gomez Offers Glimpse of DOL’s Thinking on ESG Rule; SECURE 2.0
Also, with the end of COVID-19 as an official public health emergency, the assistant secretary of labor wants to make...
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EBSA’s Gomez Highlights Retirement Pioneer During Women’s History Month
Lisa Gomez, the head of EBSA, honored Cindy Hounsell’s achievements in increasing women’s financial education and retirement security.
DOL Reopens Comment Period for QPAM Exemption Change
A third comment period will remain open until April 6.
DOL Urged to Pursue Equal Opportunity Cases in Biden Budget Proposal
The White House’s proposed fiscal 2024 budget would also increase budgets for the Social Security Administration and the IRS.