Actuaries Gather to Tweak Exam Topics in DC
Published Date: 6/23/2026
Notice
Summary
The Advisory Committee for Actuarial Exams is meeting July 13-14, 2026, in Washington, DC, to review recent exams and plan topics for upcoming tests. This affects actuaries preparing for certification, as they may see changes in exam content and passing scores. Some meeting parts are private to protect exam questions, but the public can join a session on July 13 from noon to 1 p.m.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Exam Content and Passing Score Review
If you are preparing for Joint Board actuarial certification, the Advisory Committee will review the May 2026 Basic (EA-1) and May 2026 Pension (EA-2L) examinations and discuss topics to include on the November 2026 Pension (EA-2F) exam. The Committee may recommend changes to exam content and minimum acceptable passing scores during its July 13–14, 2026 meeting.
Closed Sessions to Protect Exam Questions
Portions of the July 13–14, 2026 meeting that involve discussion of questions that may appear on Joint Board examinations and review of the May 2026 EA-1 and EA-2L exams will be closed to the public under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(9)(B). These closed portions are intended to protect exam content.
Public Session Attendance and Comment Rules
A public session will be held July 13, 2026, starting at 12:00 p.m. and continuing no later than 1:00 p.m.; interested persons may attend and may make oral statements limited to 10 minutes. To attend or request to speak you must notify the Designated Federal Officer and submit the written text or outline of your comments by July 6, 2026, and contact the Designated Federal Officer for access instructions.
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