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Protecting Retirement and Employee Benefits: 48 Years of ERISA

The U.S. Senate commemorates the 48th anniversary of ERISA, a law that protects the interests of participants in employee benefit plans and their beneficiaries. It highlights the law's importance for the financial security of millions of workers and their families, and the ongoing need to encourage more people to save for retirement through such plans.
Key points
ERISA protects your retirement savings and other employee benefits.
More people are participating in benefit plans, but there's still room for improvement.
Congress is working on new laws to encourage more companies to offer plans and more workers to save.
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Print number: 117_SRES_752
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Process start date: 2022-09-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution commemorating the 48th anniversary of the signing into law of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, recognizing the importance the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 plays in protecting the interests of participants in employee benefit plans and their beneficiaries, and recognizing the need to encourage more workers to participate in such plans to save for their retirement.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_752.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • ERISA protects your retirement savings and other employee benefits.
  • More people are participating in benefit plans, but there's still room for improvement.
  • Congress is working on new laws to encourage more companies to offer plans and more workers to save.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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