Multiemployer Plan Provisions in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)—Discussion of Recently Issued Regulations

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ABOUT THIS WEBINAR

This webinar, a follow-up to our April 6 session on the overview and implementation considerations of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) multiemployer provisions, reviewed the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) regulations and their implications for plan sponsors. Among other topics, speakers addressed the eligibility for, and the calculation of, the financial assistance amount, and any conditions and restrictions imposed by the PBGC.

SPEAKERS

• Christian Benjaminson, MAAA, FSA, EA
  Chairperson, Multiemployer Plans Committee

• Joe Hicks, MAAA, FCA, EA
  Vice Chairperson, Multiemployer Plans Committee

• James Donofrio, MAAA, FSA, EA
  Member, Multiemployer Plans Committee

MODERATOR

• Linda K. Stone, MAAA, FSA
  Senior Pension Fellow, American Academy of Actuaries

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