Retirement Regulation

Republicans say the department is too slow; Democrats say the benefits agency's budget is too tight.

As head of the Employee Benefits Security Administration, Daniel Aronowitz will oversee employers' retirement plans and health plans.

Beginning in 2026, highly paid employees can only make catch-up contributions to a Roth 401(k), says Ed Slott.

The action comes on the heels of several significant ERISA class settlements in 2024 and 2025.

A WTW report outlines why policyholders, insurers and participants benefit from the PRT option.

While recent changes can be seen as an opportunity for long-term savers, these developments add complexity and liability to advisors and employers managing retirement plans.