9 actions to take for DOL proposal

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9 actions to take for DOL proposal

May 08, 2026

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Regulatory Compliance Watch

In this Regulatory Compliance Watch article, Partner David Kaleda discusses the Department of Labor’s proposed ERISA safe harbor framework for incorporating alternative investments into 401(k) plans, noting it provides a “good roadmap for compliance.” He adds that while the proposal could expand access to the 401(k) market, plan sponsors may take varying approaches, ranging from moving quickly to adopting a more cautious, wait-and-see stance.

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