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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 Cautions 401(k) Fiduciaries on Cryptocurrencies in Wake of Executive Order
'Fiduciaries must exercise extreme care before including direct investment options in cryptocurrency'
Toward a Sustainable and ‘Greener’ 401(k) System
Efforts to make our 401k system more efficient, sustainable, and equitable for all represents a better approach
401(k) Market Minute: Participant Reaction to the Ukraine Crisis and DOL Investigation into a Major Company Plan
Like most of the country, our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, and the crisis that continues…
ESOP Feature of Wells Fargo 401(k) Under DOL Investigation
Regulatory filing this week from the banking giant—with one of the largest 401k plans—reveals investigation into transactions associated with the employee stock ownership plan feature
401(k) Market Minute: BlackRock Gets ‘Hip’, Climate Changes’ Impact on the 401(k), and More
Rising seas, wildfires, tornadoes—what impact will it have on retirement savings and security? The Department of Labor (DOL)…
Trade Group Files Lawsuit Against DOL
The American Securities Association says the Department of Labor is attempting to change existing retirement rules around advice without a public comment period
Department of Labor Seeks Comment on Climate-Related Retirement Risks
The RFI enables the public to help inform any potential future departmental work to secure retirement savings
Senate Committee to Consider EBSA Nominee (Again)
Because the Senate failed to act before Congress adjourned for the holiday, the HELP committee must reapprove the nomination
Pooled Plan Filing Requirements Added to Form 5500
Form 5500 instructions have been amended to make clear that a pooled employer plan is a multiple-employer plan that files a single Form 5500 Annual Return/Report
10 Signs of 401(k) Contribution Fraud: DOL
Here's what to watch out for