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Department of Labor (DOL)
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is a cabinet-level federal agency that focuses on the welfare of American workers. It’s responsible for enforcing labor laws, promoting safe working conditions, and ensuring fair employment practices. The DOL also oversees programs related to unemployment benefits, job training, and workplace safety.
DOL Abandons 2024 Fiduciary Rule Appeal
The action prompted comments from former EBSA Assistant Secretary of Labor Lisa Gomez
IRI Pushes DOL to Issue PEP Guidance
The IRI is asking the DOL to provide guidance on fiduciary responsibilities for PEPs, among other requests
Government Shutdown Could Sidetrack 2026 Social Security COLA Announcement
Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI report scheduled for Oct. 15 at risk in event of a shutdown; most EBSA staff would also be furloughed
SEC Working with DOL to Develop ‘Guardrails’ for Private Equity in 401(k)s
Chairman Paul Atkins said the regulators will work to put protections in place to ensure retirement investors gain safe access to alternatives while guarding against bad outcomes
DOL, SEC Release Regulatory Agendas
The DOL's agenda includes proposals on fiduciary status when considering ESG factors while the SEC calls for clarifying the offering and selling of crypto assets
GOP Senators Urge DOL to Mandate Safe Harbors in Private Equity EO
Senators argue that such protections are necessary for plan sponsors and fiduciaries
Borzi Sounds Alarm on Trump’s 401(k) Alternatives Order
Former EBSA head says offering private assets in DC plan investment lineups may expose fiduciaries to a range of potential ERISA liabilities
DOL Seeks Third Extension on Fiduciary Rule Action
The next deadline is scheduled for the end of October
DOL Eliminates Annuity Safe Harbor Final Rule
The Labor Department removed the final rule after organizations called for its elimination, noting that it would deter employers from offering annuities in retirement plans
Trump: Regulatory Overreach, Opportunistic Lawsuits Have Stifled Investment Innovation
Thursday’s Executive Order shares president’s reasoning for wanting to lower barriers for including alternative assets in 401(k)s