Executive Order 14330 (2025) directs the Department of Labor to clear the way for private-equity and alternative assets in 401(k) plans. The order broadens access; it does not relax ERISA's fiduciary duty of prudence, which still requires careful diligence on fees, liquidity and valuation.
EO 14330 instructs the DOL to revisit guidance limiting alternative-asset access in defined-contribution plans.
A documented, prudent process around fees, valuation, liquidity, manager selection and disclosure.
Early adopters face a meaningful risk of process-based fiduciary challenges if they cannot defend their diligence.
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