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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.
Tuberville Reestablishes Push for Crypto in 401(k)s
The bill would bar EBSA and the DOL from investigating employers and investment firms using brokerage windows to invest in crypto
Democrats Push for ESG in Retirement Plans with New Bill
A new bill would give plan fiduciaries the freedom of considering ESG factors in workplace 401(k) plans
Florida Court Strikes Down DOL Rollover Guidance
Verdict delivered Monday expected to be appealed by the Department of Labor; could take years to resolve
Labor Secretary Walsh Leaving Biden Cabinet for NHLPA Job: Reports
Expected departure of key retirement policymaker would mark the first Biden cabinet secretary to leave the administration
DOL’s Walsh, Gomez Discuss New ESG Rule
A recent webinar discussed the impact of ESG factors with investment options and retirement security
Dialing Up the Intensity of Missing Participant Searches
Understanding how (and when) to increase the intensity of a missing participant search is vital to fulfilling a plan sponsor’s fiduciary duty
Coalition of 25 States Sue Biden Administration on ESG Final Rule
25 states are listed in a lawsuit challenging the DOL final rule that allows fiduciaries to consider ESG factors in 401(k) investments
ERIC Issues Comments Supporting DOL Proposal on VFCP
The ERISA Industry Committee submitted comments backing the DOL's proposed changes on VFCP, along with recommendations for further improvements
Nearly 20% of Advisors Prefer to Retire than be Labeled as Employees Under Proposed DOL Rule
Findings from FSI argue against the DOL's independent contractor proposed rule
Inflation, Market Uncertainty Could Trigger a 2023 Recession
MFS explores some of the top retirement outlooks for 2023, including a potential recession, ESG in retirement plans and a focus on TDFs