Senate Confirms New IRS Commissioner
The United States Senate on Thursday confirmed Danny Werfel, in a 54-42 vote, as the next commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service.
SECURE 2.0 Requires New Plans to Contain Automatic Enrollment Feature
Credible studies have concluded that employers who automatically enroll plan participants into a retirement plan help place them on a lifetime path to meaningful savings.
Hardship Distributions May Be Permitted for Oklahoma Severe Winter Storms
The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued a disaster declaration on March 3, 2023, for severe winter storms in Oklahoma.
IRS Provides IRA Reporting Relief in Light of SECURE 2.0 Act’s RMD Age Change
On March 7, The IRS has issued Notice 2023-23, guidance that addresses required minimum distribution (RMD) reporting by IRA trustees, custodians, and issuers.
Su Nominated as Secretary of Labor
President Biden has announced his intent to nominate Julie Su to serve as Secretary of the Department of Labor.
Resolution Disapproving DOL ESG Rule Passes House
A resolution for congressional disapproval of the Department of Labor’s rule “Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights” passed the House in a 216-204 vote.
Hardship Distributions May Be Permitted for South Dakota Severe Storms
FEMA issued a disaster declaration on February 27, 2023, for severe winter storms and snowstorms in South Dakota.
Proposals Supporting ESG in Retirement Plans Introduced
Representative Suzan DelBene (D-WA) and co-sponsors Sean Casten (D-IL), Juan Vargas (D-CA), and Dean Phillips (D-MN) have introduced the Freedom to Invest in a Sustainable Future Act.
Proposed Rule on Use of Forfeitures in Qualified Plans Released
The IRS has released a proposed rule intending to clarify the use and timing of the allocation of forfeitures in qualified retirement plans.
Improved Coverage for Long-Term, Part-Time Employees
The SECURE 2.0 Act has shortened the time necessary to allow part time workers access to 401(k) plans.
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