Law and regulation

The Securities and Exchange has updated its frequently asked questions page for the registration of municipal advisors, providing guidance on Form MA, Form MA-I and Form MA-NR

Natural gas is generally expected to face a bleak future as governments focus increasingly on carbon reduction.

The Chamber of Commerce added Sen. Nancy Skinner's bill codifying the governor's proposal on oil companies to its 2023 job killer list.

The MSRB is proposing to allow previously qualified muni advisors, who have been out of the profession for two or more years, a one-time exemption from having to requalify by examination.

The industry's biggest lobbying group also said it sees continued threats from regulation.

The private sector remains confused about buying American, potentially slowing how it can react to the needs of states and localities eager to get building.

Lanza said the "time was right" to return to the private sector.

Issuers need to be careful with bonds specifically marketed as green, said the head of Office of Municipal Securities.

Bond Dealers of America's Brett Bolton sits down with Kyle Glazier to discuss the group's latest advocacy efforts and the outlook for legislation critical for the municipal market. (18 minutes)

Todd Cipperman, founding principal of Cipperman Compliance Services, talks with Chip Barnett about compliance and disclosure and regulation by the federal government in 2022. (42 minutes)

Yan Zhao, President of NYDIG as she exploreshow Bitcoin is experiencing wider adoption in the traditional finance world, and why that is.

Tom Kozlik, head of municipal strategy and credit, Hilltop Securities

Community banks have played and will continue to play a key role in supporting local economies across the country. Join us in a lively conversation with Dennis E. Nixon, President & CEO of International Bank of Commerce (Laredo, Texas) & Chairman, International Bancshares Corporation and Eddie Aldrete, Senior Vice President at International Bank of Commerce as we discuss: (1) the need for bankers and the business community to become involved in political issues. From minimum wage and issues that affect small businesses to regulatory issues that directly affect the banking industry, banking and business leaders need to be thought leaders in the public conversation and (2) how bankers can play a pivotal advocacy role in the free trade process.

New York's governor denied allegations by state Attorney General Letitia James' office that he engaged in unwanted groping and comments of a sexual nature.

Bill Glasgall of the Volcker Alliance and Bond Buyer Northeast Regional Editor Paul Burton will explore how states have balanced priorities during the pandemic, and what challenges await.

Alan Rubin, principal, Blank Rome Government Relations

Credit scores have an effect on almost every aspect of a person's financial life. A less-than-ideal credit score can make it much harder to get a house or car loan, start a business, or even get a job. President Biden plans to change credit reporting So what does the new administration's plan mean for consumers and lenders? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of the Biden proposal, what it means for consumers, and how it will impact lending institutions' strategy and operations.

A conversation with Rodney Slater and Bill Shuster

The city relies on the levy as a whole for 43% of its general fund revenue amid a national debate over work-from-home dynamics that could reach the U.S. Supreme Court.

Five of the law firm's nine new partners are attorneys of color or women.