Social Security privatization bill idles
A House bill sitting in subcommittee revives past congressional efforts to create private Social Security accounts for workers.
New bill creates long-term-care accounts
A bill was introduced last month that includes the language of an earlier measure that would create long-term-care trust accounts.
Repeal eyed for insurance antitrust exclusion
Companion bills on Capitol Hill would repeal a 1945 act that effectively excludes the insurance industry from federal antitrust regulations.
Bill seeks restrictions on COLI policies
Corporate-owned life insurance would face new restrictions under a bill sitting in a House subcommittee.
Capital-gains parity for art at standstill
Several measures that would put the tax treatment of art and collectibles on par with other investments are sitting in committee.
Invest in small biz, get a tax benefit
Investors in certain small businesses could get a tax break under a bill sitting in committee.
Measure proposes 401Kids accounts
A congressional measure sitting in committee would create savings accounts for children that could finance a college education, a house or retirement.
SEC seeks more input on hedge fund minimums
Securities regulators are seeking additional input on their controversial proposal to change the minimum-net-worth requirements of hedge fund investors.
Anti-fraud rule soon effective
A rule takes effect Sept. 10 that clarifies the SEC’s ability to go after hedge fund advisers who make false or misleading statements to investors.
Regulators invite comment on two proxy-access proposals
The SEC is seeking input on two proposals that address the contentious issue of shareholder proxy access.