A daily scan of official US government sources for HR-relevant law changes and compliance updates. September 16, 2026.
Federal Updates
DOL Announces New Appointments to the ERISA Advisory Council
Effective: 2024-12-26 | ✅ Verified
The U.S. Department of Labor has refreshed the ERISA Advisory Council to guide policy for employee benefit plans. HR professionals should stay informed as these appointments shape future regulatory guidance.
The U.S. Department of Labor recently announced new appointments to the 15-member ERISA Advisory Council. This group provides critical guidance to the Secretary of Labor regarding policies that govern employee benefit plans under ERISA. While these appointments do not require immediate changes to your benefit programs, they will shape the future regulatory landscape for plan sponsors. We recommend monitoring the official ERISA Advisory Council portal for upcoming reports and policy recommendations.
Government sources:
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases?agency%3DAll%26state%3D69%26topic%3DAll%26year%3Dall&page=26
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ebsa/about-ebsa/about-us/erisa-advisory-council
Disclaimer: Sourced from official US government (.gov) references. Verify all legal citations before acting. Nothing here constitutes legal advice.