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Inflation Reduction Act Cuts Retiree Drug Costs: Employers Face Tough Choices
Inflation Reduction Act Cuts Retiree Drug Costs: Employers Face Tough Choices

The Inflation Reduction Act enhances Medicare Part D coverage by capping retiree drug costs but may raise expenses for employers sponsoring group plans. Continue Reading

Date posted09/9/2024


Fall Forecast for Congress
Fall Forecast for Congress

Explore the fall 2024 Congressional forecast focusing on election impacts, legislative strategies, funding challenges, and key political issues shaping the U.S. Congress. Continue Reading

Date posted09/1/2024


Defined Benefit Plan Court Rulings
Defined Benefit Plan Court Rulings

NYC pension fossil fuel divestment case dismissed; NY court cites Supreme Court's Thole ruling, affirming no financial loss in defined benefit plans. Continue Reading

Date posted07/31/2024


Worthwhile Canadian Initiative?
Worthwhile Canadian Initiative?

Explore the Canadian government's initiative to boost domestic pension fund investments, balancing economic growth with pension governance and fiduciary duties. Continue Reading

Date posted07/31/2024


Court Rules LACERA Can Oversee Its Own Personnel Decisions to Fulfill Fiduciary Duties
Court Rules LACERA Can Oversee Its Own Personnel Decisions to Fulfill Fiduciary Duties

California court empowers LACERA to independently manage personnel decisions, enhancing public pension fiduciary duties and improving talent retention. Continue Reading

Date posted07/17/2024


ESG and Public Pensions: The Latest Legislative Developments
ESG and Public Pensions: The Latest Legislative Developments

Explore the latest legislative developments on ESG and public pensions, including congressional hearings, antitrust debates, and court rulings shaping sustainable investing policies. Continue Reading

Date posted06/28/2024


How Do Pension Plans Impact Recruitment and Retention of Law Enforcement?
How Do Pension Plans Impact Recruitment and Retention of Law Enforcement?

Explore how pension plans, especially defined benefit plans, impact recruitment and retention in law enforcement, highlighting key legislative studies and real-world examples. Continue Reading

Date posted06/3/2024


Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals
Exxon Proxy Statement Lawsuit May Chill Investor ESG Proposals

Exxon’s 2024 lawsuit against investors over an ESG proxy proposal raises concerns about chilling effects on shareholder ESG initiatives amid SEC’s restrictive stance. Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2024


What to Know About the Latest House WEP-GPO Hearing
What to Know About the Latest House WEP-GPO Hearing

Learn about the latest House hearing on Social Security's WEP and GPO penalties, potential formula changes, and their impact on retirees and legislation. Continue Reading

Date posted05/1/2024


HELP Committee Hearing on Retirement
HELP Committee Hearing on Retirement

Discover key insights from the HELP Committee hearing on the U.S. retirement crisis, defined benefit plans, and bipartisan efforts to enhance retirement security. Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2024


The SECURE Act 3.0
The SECURE Act 3.0

Explore insights on the upcoming SECURE Act 3.0, focusing on retirement savings, expanded coverage, and new proposals like the Automatic IRA and 401Kids Savings Acts. Continue Reading

Date posted03/4/2024


Supreme Court Clarifies Pleading Requirement for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933
Supreme Court Clarifies Pleading Requirement for Claims Arising Under the Securities Act of 1933

Supreme Court ruling clarifies Section 11 Securities Act claims require plaintiffs to prove shares were purchased via the alleged defective registration statement. Continue Reading

Date posted02/21/2024