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New Retirement Savings Rules: Broader Investment Choices

This act aims to make it easier for retirement plan managers to invest in a wider range of assets, such as cryptocurrencies or hedge funds, without fear of legal liability. This potentially means more growth opportunities for your retirement savings, but also introduces new types of risks that are important to understand.
Key points
Those managing your retirement savings will be able to invest in more types of assets, including digital assets and private funds.
The act protects managers from liability if they choose these new investments, which may encourage more diversified portfolios.
Greater investment freedom could lead to higher returns, but also to greater risk for your retirement savings.
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Print number: 117_S_4973
Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Retirement Savings Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4973.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Those managing your retirement savings will be able to invest in more types of assets, including digital assets and private funds.
  • The act protects managers from liability if they choose these new investments, which may encourage more diversified portfolios.
  • Greater investment freedom could lead to higher returns, but also to greater risk for your retirement savings.
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. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA].

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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