The ESOP Association

ESOP Association Resources

Sep. 22
Washington, D.C. – The ESOP Association (TEA) today exercised its rights under the Administrative Procedure Act to petition the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to undertake a long-delayed rulemaking essential to the formation and ongoing operation of ESOPs. Since 1974, the Department of Labor has steadfastly refused to fulfill requirements of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) in violation of Congressional direction and stakeholders’ rights under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA).
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Apr. 30
An Initial Look at President Biden’s Proposals  

Wednesday, President Biden introduced the nation to his American Jobs Plan and Made in America Tax Plan -- plans that seek to alter the federal tax structure, boost America’s infrastructure, and address issues related to families. We have conducted an initial review of these proposals, specifically the tax changes, to consider their effects on the ESOP community. Below are some observations on how these proposed changes, as currently presented, may affect ESOPs.
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Oct. 27
October 27, 2020, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA) and Ranking Member Kevin Brady (R-TX), both ESOP Champions, introduced the Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2020. This bipartisan legislation seeks to help Americans successfully save for a secure retirement.

 
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Oct. 08
Your high level roadmap to the 2020 congressional and gubernatorial elections. 
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Jun. 26
On June 22nd, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Department of the Treasury released revisions to the interim final rule on forgiveness and the interim final rule on loan review procedures for PPP loans.
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Jun. 24
Companies planning to re-open their doors have a new resource to help them: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released guidance employers should use when developing policies and procedures that ensure the safety and health of their employees.
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Jun. 19
Wednesday, The Small Business Administration (SBA) released two important documents related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP):
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Jun. 10
New guidance from The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) outlines the differences between cloth face coverings, surgical masks and respirators.
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Jun. 04
PPP loan recipients gain new flexibility, while retaining loan forgiveness.
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