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New NAGDCA Conversation: Understanding Stable Value in Public DC Plans
Stable value funds play a critical role in public sector retirement plans, but how do they really work? In this episode of NAGDCA Conversations, Matt Petersen talks with Mike Norman, President of Galliard Capital, to break it all down: New PRRL research on stable value allocation trends Why some younger [...]
Recording Posted | SECURE 2.0 Implementation: Insights from a Plan Sponsor
Missed our recent webinar on SECURE 2.0? Watch the recording of Matt Petersen's conversation with Kelly Hiers, Defined Contribution Plans Administrator for the Virginia Retirement System, as they discuss the challenges and decision-making process around implementing both mandatory and optional provisions of SECURE 2.0. Kelly shares insights on plan design, [...]
NAGDCA Releases Understanding Stable Value in Public DC Plans, a New Episode in its Connect Learning Series
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 [...]
401k Specialist | NAGDCA Offers Governance Guide for Public Sector DC Plans
The guide includes points on board and committees, plan design, administrative policies and procedures, and more.
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 [...]