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New Governance Guide Released
The NAGDCA Governance Best Practices Guide is now available! This comprehensive resource is designed to help public sector defined contribution (DC) plan sponsors navigate fiduciary responsibilities and governance structures effectively. Unlike private sector plans governed by ERISA, public sector DC plans operate under state-specific fiduciary rules. This guide provides essential [...]
NAGDCA Submits Communication to IRS and Treasury in Response to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Catch-Up Contributions
Letter requests clarification of IRS treatment of Code section 415(c)(3)-compliant definitions of compensation for determining Roth catch-up contributions; eligibility of 457(b) plans for Roth catch-up contribution option FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lexington, KY-March 10, 2025—The National Association of Government Defined Contribution Administrators (NAGDCA) today announced that it has sent comments to [...]
Annual Conference Session Proposals Due March 7
The window to submit session proposals is now open, and we’re excited to hear your ideas for dynamic, engaging, and educational sessions. We encourage proposals that include plan sponsors as presenters, as they represent our primary audience. Sharing real-world insights and practical experiences can make a significant impact on attendees. [...]
Registration Open | SECURE 2.0 Implementation Strategies
Monday, March 17 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET Discover how public sector plans are tackling SECURE 2.0 implementation challenges. Join us on March 17 at 3:00 PM ET for an insightful discussion featuring NAGDCA Executive Director Matt Petersen and NAGDCA Past President Kelly Hiers, Defined Contribution Plans Administrator with [...]
Now Open: 2025 NAGDCA Leadership Award Nominations
Deadline: Tuesday, April 15. We need your help identifying outstanding NAGDCA members who are shaping secure retirement futures for public sector employees! This year, the scoring criteria have been updated to ensure a more level playing field for plans of all sizes. Asset size and available resources will be considered [...]
New NAGDCA Conversation: Understanding Asset Allocation in Public DC Plans
The second episode of NAGDCA Conversations is now available! This time, Matt Petersen sits down with Justin Harvey from T. Rowe Price to explore the critical role of asset allocation in public sector DC plans. Key topics include: Why asset allocation drives 90% of investment returns How demographics and plan structure shape investment strategies [...]