Improving Access for Diverse-Owned Asset Management Firms
This act aims to increase opportunities for asset management firms owned by women and minorities. It will require federal investment funds to be more transparent in their selection processes, potentially leading to better investment outcomes and reduced risk for retirement funds, including those used by citizens.
Key points
Federal institutional investors will be required to report annually on the use of diverse-owned asset management firms, increasing transparency.
The act seeks to identify and remove barriers limiting business opportunities for diverse-owned firms, potentially opening new avenues for them.
It encourages public and private retirement funds to adopt more inclusive selection processes, which could lead to maximized returns and reduced systemic risk for citizens' retirement savings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4097
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2022-04-27