Federal Bill Would Waive Penalties for First-Time Home Buyers Tapping 401(k)s
A Republican lawmaker is pushing forward with a retirement account withdrawal plan even after the president expressed skepticism.
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Trump ‘Not a Huge Fan’ of Homebuyers Using 401(k), 529 Savings Without Penalties
Retirement accounts were part of the debate about, but not included in, an executive order on housing affordability.
DOL Rule on Alternative Investments in DC Plans to Focus on Process
The Department of Labor’s rule could be presented for public comment as soon as early February.
Appropriations Committee Fiscal 2026 Bill Leaves EBSA Funding Untouched
Despite previous proposed cuts, under the latest version, the agency would receive the same funding as last year.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments to Determine How Multiemployer Plans Assess Withdrawal Liability
As employers push for a hard year-end cutoff in withdrawal liability calculations, court justices questioned why actuarial assumptions should be...
Another Court Sides With Employer in Forfeiture Case
A federal judge dismissed a complaint against Amazon and stated it properly used forfeited funds.
Supreme Court to Review Intel 401(k) Case
The case could reshape how easily workers can sue employers under ERISA.
In-Plan Roth Conversions Come to Thrift Savings Plans in Late January
Up to 26 conversions will be allowed per calendar year.
Bill to Restrict ESG Investment in 401(k) Accounts Passes House
The House of Representative’s bill aims to make it harder for fiduciaries to consider environmental, social and governance factors when...
ESOPs Are No Longer Enforcement Priority for DOL
Daniel Aronowitz, the head of EBSA, had previously pledged to ‘end the war’ on employee stock ownership plans.
CFP Board Continues Trend of Record Certifications, Exam Candidates
In 2025, the board also saw the largest number of racially and ethnically diverse professionals certified in a single year.
DOL Completes Proposed Rule on Alternative Investments in DC Plans
The Department of Labor submitted its rule ahead of the six-month deadline given in President Donald Trump’s executive order last...
Senator Elizabeth Warren Blasts Crypto in 401(k)s in Letter to SEC
The Massachusetts Democrat previously criticized adding private investments, such as digital assets, to retirement plans.
SEC RIA ‘Small Entity’ Redefinition Could Affect M&A
If a large number of firms would be subject to less-burdensome regulatory requirements, it could lead to missteps during integration.
Verizon’s PRT Case Dismissed in New York
The lawsuit against Verizon for terminating two defined benefit pension plans comes to an end as similar cases become less...
DOL Urges Dismissal of Lockheed Martin PRT Case
The Department of Labor’s amicus brief argued that participants who continue to receive their full pension benefits cannot sue over...
The 2026 ‘Employer’s Guide to Fringe Benefits’ Is Now Available
The IRS published new guidance based on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, executive orders and more.
JPMorgan Backed by DOL in 401(k) Forfeiture Suit
In its amicus brief, the Department of Labor said the retirement plan documents allowed for the use of forfeited contributions...
California Judge Orders More Details on Prohibited Transaction Allegations
The federal judge wants the plaintiffs in the ERISA case to spell out their factual case before discovery begins.
Could Greenland Annexation Threats Lead to US Treasurys Sell-Off?
If European demand for US Treasurys were to weaken, it could raise US borrowing costs and put pressure on the...