Additional ACA FAQs Released
The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Treasury issued a joint FAQ related to the coverage of contraceptive products as preventive services by group health plans or issuers.
Federal Prime Interest Rate Increased to 5.50 Percent
Effective July 27, 2022, the Federal prime interest rate increased from 4.75 percent to 5.50 percent.
DOL Releases Proposed Amendment to QPAM Exemption
The Department of Labor has announced a proposed amendment to the Class Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-14, also known as the Qualified Professional Asset Manager (QPAM) Exemption.
DOL Guidance on Employee Benefit Plan Audit Independence
The Office of Management and Budget has received a final rule from the Department of Labor (DOL) titled, “Interpretive Bulletin Relating to the Independence of Employee Benefit Plan Accounts.”
Proposed Amendment for QPAM Exemptions Has Left OMB
A Proposed Rule titled “Proposed Amendment to PTE 84-14 for Plan Asset Transactions Determined by an Independent Qualified Plan Asset Manager” (QPAM) has left the Office of Management and Budget.
DOL Releases Spring 2022 Regulatory Agenda
The Department of Labor has posted online its upcoming guidance priorities.
Big Changes May be in Store for the Davis-Bacon Act
The Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) has played a major role in the construction industry for over 90 years.
Financial Freedom Act Proposed in House
Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) and several Republican co-sponsors have introduced HR 7860, the Financial Freedom Act of 2022.
Senate Committee Releases Retirement Bill Discussion Draft
The RISE & SHINE Act shares some similarities to, and builds upon the Securing a Strong Retirement Act bill that passed the House in March.
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.