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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.
3 Critical Cybersecurity Issues Advisors Should Know About: NAPA 401(k) Summit
'We feel we’re all in this together'
April 4, 2022
401(k) Market Minute: Massive Social Security Benefits Adjustments, Crypto 401(k) Caution, and SECURE Gets Whacked
Rising inflation, of course, means rising Social Security COLA adjustments, and managing editor Brian Anderson reports that 2023 could…
March 14, 2022
DOL Cautions 401(k) Fiduciaries on Cryptocurrencies in Wake of Executive Order
'Fiduciaries must exercise extreme care before including direct investment options in cryptocurrency'
March 10, 2022
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
March 4, 2022
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…
February 28, 2022
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
February 25, 2022
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)…
February 14, 2022
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
February 14, 2022
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
February 11, 2022
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
January 12, 2022