AARP is a staunch supporter of the new Department of Labor (DOL) fiduciary rule, which mandates that all financial professionals providing retirement savings advice must act solely in their clients' best interests. Despite the 5th Circuit Court's stay of its release, AARP has vowed to continue their pursuit in helping to ensure it becomes law.
AARP Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond emphasized the importance of updating the rule, noting that retirement savers often assume their advisors act in their best interest, though that is not always the case. By requiring a fiduciary duty, the rule ensures advisors provide honest, unbiased advice, safeguarding the retirement savings of millions of Americans.