Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) FAQs
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What is the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)?
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) is a federal law that sets minimum standards for most voluntarily established pension and health plans in … more -
What does the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) govern?
ERISA was passed to protect the interest of participants in employee benefit plans and their beneficiaries through disclosure and reporting requirements, and the … more -
Who is covered by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act?
Any employee benefit plan established or maintained by any employer, employee organization or organization representing employees engaged in commerce or in any … more -
What administrative body may impose remedies for a violation of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act?
ERISA has designated the Secretary of Labor broad powers to investigate and determine violations and impose remedies. The Secretary of Labor, plan participants, … more
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