DOL Seeks Feedback on Insurance Sales from Benefit Plans
Published Date: 4/3/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor is asking for public feedback on a paperwork update about selling life insurance or annuity contracts from employee benefit plans. This affects plan participants, their families, employers, and related trusts by clarifying how these sales can happen legally. Comments are open until May 4, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
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