What does Preamble of ERISA Litigation Reform Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. The amendment aims to strengthen pleading standards for certain claims. The bill includes provisions for other purposes, though these are not specified in the preamble.

What does SHORT TITLE. of ERISA Litigation Reform Act do?

This Act is formally titled the 'ERISA Litigation Reform Act'.

What does PLEADING STANDARD. of ERISA Litigation Reform Act do?

This section amends Section 502 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). It establishes pleading standards for civil actions alleging fiduciary violations related to transactions violating specific sections of ERISA. Plaintiffs must plausibly allege and prove that a transaction is not exempt under specific ERISA sections (408(b)(2) and 408(e)). Discovery and other proceedings are stayed during the pendency of certain motions under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, unless particularized discovery is necessary. Parties must treat relevant documents as if they were subject to a continuing request for production during the stay, consistent with document preservation obligations. Sanctions may be awarded for willful failure to comply with document preservation requirements. State courts may stay discovery proceedings in aid of their jurisdiction.

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ERISA Litigation Reform Act

Last updated: 11/18/2025 · Introduced: 11/18/2025

Author: Randy Fine (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends ERISA to strengthen pleading standards for fiduciary violation claims, requiring plaintiffs to plausibly allege and prove that a transaction is not exempt under specific ERISA sections.
The bill stays discovery during certain motions and mandates continued document preservation, with potential sanctions for non-compliance.
State courts may stay discovery proceedings in aid of their jurisdiction under this Act.

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