Browsing Tag
Department of Labor (DOL)
517 posts
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.
Sens. Warren, Smith Question Fidelity Bitcoin-in-401k Plan
Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Tina Smith (D-MN) send letter to Fidelity CEO demanding answers about the recently announced plan, particularly in light of DOL’s March cryptocurrency warning
May 6, 2022
DOL Remains Focused on Three Critical 401(k) Areas: Preston Rutledge
'It demonstrates how high a priority it is for the administration'
May 2, 2022
What Does Fidelity’s 401(k) Bitcoin Plan Mean for Advisors, Sponsors?
Governance expert Bonnie Treichel shares important preliminary insight for fiduciaries
May 1, 2022
DOL ‘Gravely Concerned’ About Fidelity 401(k) Bitcoin Announcement
EBSA staff will speak with Fidelity about the department’s apprehensions
May 1, 2022
Never Ending Story: Gomez EBSA Vote May Happen This Week
The slow process is an indication of the atmosphere in Washington
April 26, 2022
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