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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.
Labor Secretary Acosta Under Fire for Sweetheart Pedophile Deal
Update per McClatchy: Trump labor secretary out of running for attorney general after Miami Herald report. Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta…
401(k) Filing Relief for California Wildfire Victims
In the wake of the most destructive California wildfire season on record, the Department of Labor (DOL) has…
Fred Reish: What Does ‘Best Interest’ Really Mean?
“Best Interest” has become part of the American lexicon …as an aspirational goal or a demanding standard—depending on…
To-Do: Remind 401(k) Plan Sponsors to…
As the end of the year approaches, advisors may want to remind plan sponsors of deadlines for amending…
DOL Secretary Acosta Trumpets Trump MEP Proposal
Small business retirement plans could expand with a new DOL proposal, making 401(k) options more accessible for millions of workers.
Fred Reish: 401(k) Sponsors in Serious Need of Fiduciary Training
In three earlier posts about the Sacerdote v. New York University decision, I discussed the good and the bad…
DOL Wants Your Opinion on 401(k) Auto Portability
Auto Portability Comments are open—share your views on the DOL’s proposed exemption for 401(k) rollover and retirement savings rules.
Why We Still Need Open MEP Legislation
We need incentives for more smaller employers to adopt 401(k) plans for their employees. However, the current structure…
Fred Reish: SEC Best Interests . . . When? And What About the DOL
The Regulatory Agendas for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Department of Labor (DOL) were recently issued.…
So, About Those Proposed 401k MEP Regulations …
The DOL MEP Proposal outlines new rules for associations and PEOs, expanding retirement plan access while leaving Open MEPs unchanged.