MSRB

The organization sought to increase representation of underrepresented minorities and women on its municipal market advisory groups.

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board voted to propose amendments to extend remote inspections until the end of this year, in addition to adjusting its fee model for the 2023 year.

Industry advocacy groups want uniform rules that enhance clarity and common understanding without adding complexity or liability.

Acting director for the SEC Office of Municipal Securities Ernesto Lanza spoke about issuer disclosure and Rule 15c2-12, the Commission’s relationship with the MSRB and its efforts improving market transparency.

Groups believe that the draft compliance resources contain some useful information, though they could be construed as creating new compliance requirements.

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board has launched its“innovation sandbox” which intends to enhance the use of data already available through EMMA.

The Municipal Rulemaking Securities Board's annual report and audited financial statements were published Tuesday.

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board has begun accepting applications for two regulated and two public board positions until Feb. 7.

The MSRB's priorities for the year include action on ESG, updates to its EMMALabs platform, and more requests for comment aimed at modernizing its rulebook.

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board is seeking comment on environmental, social and governance factors practices in the municipal securities market.