A recent U.S. district court decision calls into question the IRS’ authority to assess excise taxes as penalties against employers that violate the ACA's employer mandate.

The Trump administration is seeking public input on the rules governing price transparency for prescription drugs, relating specifically to the “machine-readable file” requirement.

The Council continues its defense of the defined benefit pension system with a proposal to suspend PBGC premiums, strengthened by an analysis of a similar move in the U.K.

From May 1 to May 22, 2025, the Council surveyed retirement plan sponsors on their intentions and experience with respect to various provisions of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022.

Council President Katy Johnson discusses employers’ role in providing mental and behavioral health support to millions of families nationwide and discusses recent regulatory policy developments.

Republicans' sweeping budget bill includes a number of benefits-related provisions, including several HSA expansion measures long sought by the Council.

The House Financial Services Committee voted to approve the Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act, advancing a bill strongly supported by the American Benefits Council. 

A problematic tax provision was removed from congressional Republicans’ budget reconciliation bill after the American Benefits Council raised the issue with lawmakers.

Litigation continues in class-action lawsuits alleging a breach of fiduciary duty related to health plans’ prescription drug benefits.

Republicans’ sweeping budget reconciliation bill – the vehicle for tax reform and a host of other policy priorities, including some employee benefits provisions – moved its way through several House committees this week. 

The tri-agencies announced they will not enforce the 2024 final MHPAEA regulations for any noncompliance that occurs before a final decision in ongoing litigation, plus an additional 18 months.

Council President Katy Johnson dedicates the latest episode to Ilyse Schuman, recently named to Washingtonian magazine’s 2025 list of the 500 most influential people shaping public policy.