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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.
Critics Speak Out Against DOL Retirement Security Proposal During House Committee Hearing
Insured Retirement Institute, Iowa Insurance Commissioner among those testifying in second committee hearing, which was criticized today by a government watchdog group
DOL Issues Rule Amending PTE Filing, Processing Procedures
Amendments address changes in application review processes since 2011
Feds Want Your Help to Improve Retirement Plan Benefits Info
Responses to multi-agency request for information will help shape report to Congress mandated by SECURE 2.0
DOL Proposes SECURE 2.0 Auto-Portability Regulation
The regulation seeks to reduce cash-outs for workers when changing jobs, the DOL said in its announcement
DOL Sues Defunct Maryland Biz for Unremitted 401(k) Contributions
Co-owner fiduciaries of computer forensics firm failed to remit $44,000 to plan over five years
DOL Unveils Latest Independent Contractor Rule
The DOL says its new final rule would combat employee misclassification, while financial services orgs voice skepticism
More Older Participants Favor DOL Best Interest Rule
66% of participants say they would not vote for a member of Congress who would try to overturn the department's controversial fiduciary rule
Fiduciary Comments Hit 16k as DOL Releases Hearing Transcripts
The Department of Labor sees an influx of comments on the proposed rulemaking, as the federal agency issues transcriptions on early December hearings
2023 Form 5500: Updated Informational Copies Now Available Online
Several changes stemming from SECURE Act included in 2023 Form 5500 Series annual return, report
House Passes Amendments Blocking DOL Fiduciary Rule
In response, the Biden Administration said the president would veto the bill if it passed the Senate