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It's expected that the House and Senate tax-writing Committees – House Ways & Means and Senate Finance – will use 2026 to gather bipartisan proposals that ultimately would comprise a SECURE Act 3.0. Continue Reading
During the recent federal government shutdown, Democrats continued to push for the extension of the expiring tax credits for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health care premiums. Continue Reading
Regardless of where you live, staying informed about federal policy developments is essential. These decisions, no matter the party in power, often have significant ripple effects on state and local budgets and, ultimately, on public pensions. Continue Reading
Explore the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) for public pension funds: unravel tax reforms, expanded spending, and heightened debt pressures—and learn how these shifts may affect fund strategy, interest rates and fiscal outlooks. Continue Reading
This fall, Congress faces another fiscal year without enacted funding bills as uncertainty looms over potential shutdowns and the fate of key economic and tax policy decisions. By: Tony Roda, Williams & Jensen Daylight savings time ends on Sunday, November 2, ushering in the colder winter... Continue Reading
Learn how Trump’s 2025 Executive Order aims to expand fiduciaries’ access to alternative investments in 401(k) plans, reducing litigation risks and boosting retirement returns. Continue Reading
Explore how partisan politics threaten retiree security by interfering with public pension investments, risking returns, increasing costs, and undermining long-term stability. Continue Reading
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
Explore a comprehensive 50-state review of state constitutional protections for public pension benefits, highlighting contract principles and the California Rule. Continue Reading
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
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
Explore Delaware shareholder recovery through breach of fiduciary duty cases and appraisal rights. Learn how investors seek fair compensation in mergers. Continue Reading
