Election 2024
Municipal finance professionals are preparing for an important election in November, on which hinge key questions for the community. Where is tax policy headed? Who will set the tone on regulation and enforcement? Will infrastructure investment be a major priority?
The Bond Buyer will be following developments closely in the months ahead, to make sure muni market participants have the information they need about the future of their work.
What public finance professionals think about the election
According to exclusive research from The Bond Buyer, 56% of municipal finance professionals said high interest rates should be an urgent priority for the next administration and Congress. Political preference among those surveyed broke 44%-33% in favor of Democrats, with 5% saying they planned to vote Libertarian and another 18% answering that they were either undecided or preferred not to say.
A constitutional amendment would allow municipalities to approve districts that could issue bonds to finance infrastructure for housing developments.
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Vivian Altman, Head of Public Finance at Janney, sits down with Bond Buyer Executive Editor Lynne Funk to discuss the state of the muni market, how the new-issue market is faring and where risks and opportunities exist in the space.
Barclays' Mikhail Foux talks shifting demand, BABs refundings, election effects and what it means for the asset class in a volatile market.
The groups are taking advantage of the Committee's invitation to address tax teams.
Votes on Amendment A, which would have allowed excess income tax revenue earmarked for public education to flow into the state budget, will not be counted.
The Ways and Means Committee is signaling its opening post-election positions.
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Some cities with lots of lead pipes, like Chicago, will get more time.
October 9
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The higher-ed sector, already facing internal pressures, could face scrutiny over its tax-exempt status during tax reform next year.
October 9
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A low drama committee may experience some upheaval if Republicans maintain control of the House following the Novermber elections.
October 3
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September's bond market news: The Securities and Exchange Commission fines advisors $1.3 million, Trump promotes a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, and more key developments.
October 3
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Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle support some level of encouraging cities and states to revamp local zoning codes to encourage more affordable housing.
October 2
