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Budget Reconciliation 2.0
Budget Reconciliation 2.0

House Republicans plan a second budget reconciliation package to advance President Trump's agenda before the 2026 midterms, focusing on deficit reduction, health care, and tax reforms. Continue Reading

Date posted08/1/2025


State Constitutional Protections for Public Pension Benefits
State Constitutional Protections for Public Pension Benefits

Explore a comprehensive 50-state review of state constitutional protections for public pension benefits, highlighting contract principles and the California Rule. Continue Reading

Date posted07/1/2025


House Passage of Budget Reconciliation
House Passage of Budget Reconciliation

The U.S. House narrowly passed a budget reconciliation bill impacting federal policy and taxation. Public pension groups remain cautious as final details emerge. Continue Reading

Date posted05/30/2025


State of "Pay": What Comes Next in LACERA v County of LA & the Stakes for Trustee Independence
State of "Pay": What Comes Next in LACERA v County of LA & the Stakes for Trustee Independence

California Supreme Court reviews LACERA v. County of Los Angeles, focusing on pension boards' independent authority over personnel compensation to protect trustee independence. Continue Reading

Date posted05/30/2025


Delaware Shareholder Recovery Spotlight: Class Actions vs. Appraisal Rights
Delaware Shareholder Recovery Spotlight: Class Actions vs. Appraisal Rights

Explore Delaware shareholder recovery through breach of fiduciary duty cases and appraisal rights. Learn how investors seek fair compensation in mergers. Continue Reading

Date posted05/6/2025


Early Ramifications of the Trump Administration on Retirement Plans
Early Ramifications of the Trump Administration on Retirement Plans

Explore how the Trump Administration's tariffs, tax cuts, and policies on national security, ESG, and DEI impact retirement plans and pension investments. Continue Reading

Date posted04/30/2025


Recent Amendments to Delaware’s “Books and Records” Statute & Their Effect on Stockholder Oversight
Recent Amendments to Delaware’s “Books and Records” Statute & Their Effect on Stockholder Oversight

Explore the impact of Delaware’s recent SB 21 amendments on stockholder rights under Section 220, affecting books and records access for corporate oversight. Continue Reading

Date posted04/25/2025


Trade Wars: What Institutional Investors Need to Know
Trade Wars: What Institutional Investors Need to Know

Explore Ortec Finance's in-depth analysis on trade tariffs' impact on financial markets and key implications for institutional investors amid geopolitical uncertainty. Continue Reading

Date posted04/24/2025


The Campaign to "Green" Canada's Large Defined Benefit Pension Plans: A Mini-Progress Report
The Campaign to "Green" Canada's Large Defined Benefit Pension Plans: A Mini-Progress Report

Explore the progress and challenges of Canada's green pension campaign as it pushes for sustainable investments amid setbacks like Azure Power and Northvolt controversies. Continue Reading

Date posted04/8/2025


Current Law vs. Current Policy, and Other Budgetary Matters for Pensions to Watch
Current Law vs. Current Policy, and Other Budgetary Matters for Pensions to Watch

Explore the critical April budget talks as President Trump and GOP push tax cuts, spending reforms, and pension impacts amid debt ceiling debates. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2025


Why State and Local Government Workers Are Essential to Our Communities (And the Economy)
Why State and Local Government Workers Are Essential to Our Communities (And the Economy)

Discover why state and local government workers are vital to communities and the economy, highlighting their impact, challenges, and the importance of public service recognition. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2025


Strategies for Addressing Common SEC Fair Fund Recovery Challenges
Strategies for Addressing Common SEC Fair Fund Recovery Challenges

Learn key strategies to overcome SEC Fair Fund recovery challenges for public pension funds. Maximize claims with proper documentation, communication, and compliance. Continue Reading

Date posted03/18/2025