
Sarah Wynn covers securities and infrastructure for the Washington bureau.

Sarah Wynn covers securities and infrastructure for the Washington bureau.
Some say a case announced yesterday echoed one last year where traders allegedly lied to get priority in their orders for newly-issued bonds.
Funds were restricted to states with populations of less than 100 people per square-mile.
The National Federation of Municipal Analysts's latest paper is part of the group's push to encourage "more robust" secondary market disclosure.
The group sent a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission this week asking for fair dealing rule guidance to be better tailored to 529 savings plans.
As health risks associated with e-cigarettes have gained attention, some states are trying to deter minors from the product through taxation.
Late last week FINRA sent out a notice reminding its members to register as MAs if they engage in investment-related activity with their clients.
The MSRB wants to work with other regulatory groups to decrease confusion surrounding suitability rules in conjunction with the SEC's new Regulation Best Interest.
Issuers and non-dealer muni advisors support the existing prohibition, while dealers asked the MSRB to provide some flexibility.
Researchers at the Pew Charitable Trusts warn local governments that cannabis revenue flows are uncertain.
Market participants want someone with a deep industry knowledge as the MSRB is set to begin its search for a new president.
Though the presidential candidate field is still large, some have proposed detailed infrastructure plans related to broadband and water systems.
Airport groups want to see a raise in the passenger facility charge that many airports use to back their bonds.
The gas tax has fallen short of meeting infrastructure needs, and cities need new solutions.
Her announcement comes at a time of scrutiny from lawmakers and the SEC.
MSRB President and CEO Lynnette Kelly will be retiring at the end of the fiscal year after 12 years leading the organization.
Warren is among the most prominent Capitol Hill voices on issues related to financial regulation.
Market-moving developments should keep Puerto Rico securities very actively traded for months to come.
FINRA settled with two parties after they violated MSRB Rule G-17 by whiting out dates and failing to disclose a $2 million fee up until an issuance.
SEC Chair Clayton’s comments that information on EMMA is subject to more scrutiny could be true for some participants depending on issuers’ reliance on the MSRB site.
The National Association of Municipal Advisors wants SEC staff action to protect MAs and possible eventual rulemaking to create "regulatory parity" between MAs and broker-dealers.