Lobbying

The Chicago-based firm adds to the dealer group's voice as it pushes for muni policy measures that have been stalled for years.

Longtime muni lobbyist Michael Decker will now have a working relationship with Bond Dealers of America.

The Bond Dealers of America pushed for legislative support of the muni market during a Capitol Hill briefing Tuesday.

Long-time muni lobbyist Michael Decker talks to the Bond Buyer about his next steps and the challenges facing the muni market.

Michael Decker has been managing director and co-head of municipal securities at SIFMA since October 2009.

Groups active in the muni market are spending millions of dollars to influence policy and elect candidates, records show.