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Treasury proposes investment rules for Trump Accounts


August 21, 2026 / By ICBA

The Treasury Department announced proposed guidance governing eligible investments in Trump Accounts.

Details: Treasury said the proposed guidance:

  • Would support the long-term growth of the accounts by limiting eligible investments to choices with low expense ratios and excluding products with excessive fees or unnecessarily complex strategies.

  • Would allow children to benefit more fully from decades of compound growth and ensure that a greater share of investment returns remain in their accounts.

  • Establishes a framework for the designation of eligible investments for future Trump Account trustees, including rollover trustees.

  • Is intended to provide families with clear, transparent investment choices focused on cost, diversification, and long-term financial performance.

Account Developments:

  • Treasury and the IRS last week issued proposed regulations providing guidance to employers that choose to make contributions to Trump Accounts for employees or their dependents.

  • The Treasury Department last month announced the official launch of the full Trump Accounts app.

  • Treasury in April designated the Bank of New York Mellon as a financial agent of the U.S. government to support implementation of Trump Accounts.

  • Treasury and the IRS in March proposed regulations to provide guidance on a Trump Account pilot program, which will feature one-time $1,000 contributions for eligible children.

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