The Insured Retirement Institute, citing action by regulators, proposed legislation in Congress and the creation of a new retirement caucus on Capitol Hill, suggested on Thursday that the nation is at a watershed moment with respect to retirement issues. 

"There has never been more focus on retirement security issues in Washington, and there has never been a greater commitment from our policymakers to tackle these challenges head-on," IRI CEO Cathy Weatherford said in addressing attendees at the association's 2015 Marketing Summit. 

"This presents a dynamic opportunity to advance sensible solutions to address the retirement income challenges facing many Americans. Our industry is well-positioned to help lead this effort," she said. 

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Nick Thornton

Nick Thornton is a financial writer covering retirement and health care issues for BenefitsPRO and ALM Media. He greatly enjoys learning from the vast minds in the legal, academic, advisory and money management communities when covering the retirement space. He's also written on international marketing trends, financial institution risk management, defense and energy issues, the restaurant industry in New York City, surfing, cigars, rum, travel, and fishing. When not writing, he's pushing into some land or water.