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What the DOL’s ESG Rule Really Means
What follows are fiduciary hacks and constructs that pertain to the DOL’s recent rulemaking regarding ESG/SRI. In the…
DOL Takes Strong ERISA 401k, ESG Fiduciary Stance
It might be harder to “invest in your values” if a proposed rule form the Department of Labor…
DOL to Seek Comments on PEP and Open MEP Prohibited Transactions
Want to let the DOL know what you think of Open MEPs and PEPs under the SECURE Act?…
DOL Allowing Private Equity in 401ks Draws Mixed Reaction
The Department of Labor’s June 3 Information Letter that opens the door for 401ks to include private equity…
EBSA Names Acting Assistant Secretary in Wake of Rutledge Departure
The Employee Benefits Security Administration has named Jeanne Klinefelter Wilson as Acting Assistant Secretary, replacing Preston Rutledge, who…
New DOL Guidance on Private Equity Adds Flexibility for DC Plans
The U.S. Department of Labor issued important new guidance for 401k plan investment committees on June 3 that…
Lawmaker Blasts Trump Administration’s ‘Unprecedented Interference’ in TSP Operations
Last month, you may remember the Trump Administration successfully putting a halt to a plan to invest billions…
DOL Finalizes Electronic Disclosure Rule for Retirement Plans
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced publication of a final rule that permits default electronic delivery of…
EBSA Issues New CARES Act 401k Guidance
Further federal guidance regarding deadline relief for 401k plans impacted by CARES Act changes is here. The Employee…
DOL 401k Regulator Preston Rutledge to Step Down
Preston Rutledge, Assistant Secretary of Labor for the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) is stepping down from his…