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Senate Proposes Proxy Vote Changes for Index Funds

Senator Dan Sullivan, along with co-sponsors Pat Toomey, Mike Crapo and Chuck Grassley, have introduced S. 4241 the “Investor Democracy is Expected Act” or INDEX Act.

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Legislative updates

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Updated Yield Curves and Segment Rates for DB Plans

The IRS has issued Notice 2022-25, which contains updated guidance on factors used in certain defined benefit (DB) pension plan minimum funding and present value calculations.

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IRS Guidance

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Mental Health Matters Act Proposed in House

Representative Mark DeSaulnier has introduced H.R. 7780, the “Mental Health Matters Act,” which strengthens behavioral health benefits in schools and also amends provisions of ERISA. 

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Legislative updates

Final Form 5500 Revisions Guidance Issued

The DOL’s EBSA, IRS, and the PBGC have released final forms revisions to the Form 5500 and Form 5500-SF.

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IRS

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Proposed: Employee and Retiree Access to Justice Act

Representative Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA) has introduced HR 7740 – the Employee and Retiree Access to Justice Act.

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Legislative updates

IRS Announces Applicable Federal Rates for June 2022

The IRS issued Revenue Ruling 2022-10, which contains the applicable federal rates (AFR) for June 2022.

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IRS

IRS Relief for New Mexico Wildfire and Wind Victims

The IRS announced the postponement of certain tax-related deadlines for victims of wildfires and straight-line winds in New Mexico.

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IRA

IRS Further Extends Temporary Relief from Physical Presence Requirement for Retirement Plan Consents

The IRS has provided additional temporary relief from the physical presence requirements for certain participant elections through December 31, 2022.

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IRS

Small Business Retirement Proposals Introduced in Senate

Senator John Hickenlooper (D-CO) has introduced two retirement bills in the Senate.

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Legislative updates

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Financial Freedom Act Proposed in Senate

Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has introduced the Financial Freedom Act.

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DOL

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