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Get the latest news and insights on the Department of Labor's moves around the fiduciary rule, other financial regulations, enforcement actions and more.
July 29, 2024
Second Court Halts New Fiduciary Rule, as DOL Hits BackAnother court in Texas has issued a decision to halt the rule's Sept. 23 implementation date.
July 26, 2024
DOL Fiduciary Rule Halted by Texas CourtThe delay of the Sept. 23 effective date kicks off a "long litigation journey," an ERISA lawyer says.
July 18, 2024
Ed Slott: Why a Lump Sum Beats an IRA Rollover for Some ClientsIt's a special case that's more common than ever, Slott tells Morningstar's Christine Benz.
July 16, 2024
New DOL Fiduciary Rule Defies Court Ruling, Insurance Groups ArgueLabor Department officials exaggerate how much authority ERISA gives them, the groups say.
July 12, 2024
DOL Fiduciary Rule Mania: What's Happening and Where It's HeadedLawmakers and opponents of the rule are piling on, but lawyers urge advisors to keep pace with compliance.
July 10, 2024
Lawmakers Advance Two Measures to Kill DOL Fiduciary RuleA resolution of disapproval and a spending bill blocking the rule now move to the full House.
July 08, 2024
House Panel to Vote on Resolution to Kill DOL Fiduciary RuleThe House Education and Workforce Committee will vote on the measure Wednesday.
July 01, 2024
More Secure 2.0 Act Provisions Are ComingSome incoming changes are likely to help clients more easily make the transition from work to retirement.
June 29, 2024
SIFMA, FSI Join Suit to Strike Down DOL Fiduciary RuleThe trade groups join insurance industry groups in asking a court in Texas to vacate the rule.
June 28, 2024
Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Rule in Blow to Agency PowerThe ruling raises new questions about agencies' power to regulate emerging fields like crypto and AI.