News Room
The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) communicates vital information to its members, the news media, and the public through this site and by other means. ASPPA welcomes inquiries by reporters who cover information about the private pension system, related federal regulations, applicable state or federal legislation, and the duties and operations of retirement plan professionals.
INTERVIEWS
To schedule an interview with a spokesperson, or for more information, contact Melinda Semadeni, Director of Media Relations, at msemadeni@asppa.org or phone 703-516-9300, extension 130.
LATEST NEWS
July 15, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) commends DOL for issuing new 408(b)(2) fee dislosure regulation that will bring transparency key for both plan participants and providers. Click HERE to read the release.
June 25, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) lauds Congress for passage of pension funding relief. Click HERE to read the release.
June 22, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) and the National Tax Sheltered Accounts Association (NTSAA) request guidance on IRS rules on 403(b) Plan Terminations. Click HERE to read the release.
June 8, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) today announces an expansion of The ASPPA 401(k) SUMMIT to keep investment professionals connected and informed throughout the year. Click HERE to read the release.
May 26, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) releases key findings from the recent Lifetime Income Summit it co-hosted with AARP and WISER on May 20, 2010. Visit the Lifetime Income Summit website to view recordings and materials or click HERE for the summary.
May 13, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) commends the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for granting ASPPA requested relief under the EFAST2 Form 5500 Filing system. Read the release HERE.
May 12, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) posts this week's video Government Affairs update by ASPPA CEO and Executive Director Brian Graff focusing on the impact of Rep. Lloyd Doggett's cross-testing proposal on ASPPA members. Click HERE to watch the video.
May 6, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) urges the U.S. House of Representatives to Oppose the Doggett Proposal. Read how further regulation will discourage small business retirement plans HERE.
May 5, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) responds to the U.S. Department of Labor's recent regulation on Investment Advice and urges DOL that Core Fiduciary Values Should Override a Dictation of Theories. Read the statement HERE.
May 4, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) posted its first Government Affairs video update by ASPPA Executive Director and CEO Brian Graff. This week's topic centers on the impact of Financial Regulatory Reform on ASPPA members. Click HERE to watch the video.
May 3, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) issues their comments on Lifetime Income Options and state that making retirement savings last a lifetime will require innovation and flexibility. Click HERE to read the statement.
April 26, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) requests an blanket extension under the new EFAST2 system. Click HERE to read the statement.
April 7, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) urges The U.S. House of Representatives to pass pension funding relief to help companies struggling to meet hikes in pension contributions. Click HERE to read the statement.
March 22, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) commends a congressional meas
Sean Waters Honored with 2010 Morningstar--ASPPA Advisor Leadership Award |
ure to protect retirement income from a Medicare tax increase. Click
HERE to read the statement.
March 15, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) and Morningstar honor Sean Waters with the
2010 Morningstar - ASPPA 401(k) Advisor Leadership Award during
The ASPPA 401(k) Summit in Orlando Florida. Click
HERE to read the release.
March 8, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) lauds the U.S. Senate for adopting the Roth Conversion Proposal The proposed ammendment permits Roth Conversion with 401(k) plans.
Click
HERE to read the release.
February 17, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) announced today the names of three finalists in the running for The 2010 Morningstar ASPPA 401(k) Leadership Advisor Award. Click
HERE to read the release.
February 9, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) and the College for Financial Planning have joined forces to offer advanced qualified retirement plan education to financial professionals. Click
HERE to read the release.
February 2, 2010 - The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA), filed a petition today on behalf of 797 firms with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to request the Department allow the sharing of signer credentials under the EFAST2 system. Click
HERE to read the full news release.
Independent Retirement Advisors Want Legal Clarity
ASPPA Expands Expertise in Recordkeeper Certification Program
U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis and Assistant Secretary of Labor Phyllis Borzi (EBSA) speak at the ASPPA DOL Speaks: The 2009 Employees Benefits Conference.
ASPPA
answers editorial by
The New York Times about how to reform 401(k) plans
Edward E. Burrows Distinguished Service Award Presented to Joan A. Gucciardi at ACOPA Actuarial Symposium
2009 ASPPA Educator's Award Recipient and Martin Rosenberg Academic Achievement Honorees Announced
ASPPA LEADERS IN THE NEWS
ASPPA member R. Bradford Huss, senior adviser to the ASPPA Government Afairs Committee and an ERISA attorney spoke with Pension & Investment magazine in May about legislation regarding independent financial advice.
As pension legislation moves through committees in Congress, ASPPA Chief of Actuarial Issues and Director of Retirement Policy Judy A. Miller commented about funding relief in a Pension & Investment magazine article.
Brian Graff, ASPPA Executive Director/CEO was featured in an interview for the blog by Brightscope. Read the blog interview about ASPPA.
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ASPPA offers the following source materials about ASPPA activities and other useful sites:
News Releases – Current releases of ASPPA and its affiliates posted in reverse chronological order.
Spokespersons – Biographical information and photographs of ASPPA, ACOPA, CIKR, and NAIRPA spokespersons.
ASPPA eNEWS – Monthly e-mailed newsletter to ASPPA members about recent and future activities.
Glossary – With so many abbreviations and acronyms in use by retirement plan professionals, ASPPA provides this glossary to assist newcomers to the retirement plan industry.
Related Sites – A list of additional Web sites where reporters, writers, and others interested in the retirement plan industry may find useful information.