Munis

The municipal bond market is closely watching proposals from the House and the Senate to overhaul the SALT federal deduction cap.

"Compromises had to be made," Neal said about muni market proposals being dropped from the Build Back Better agenda.

The Illinois State Toll Highway Authority plans $600 million of borrowing next month and $500 million next year as its 15-year-old capital program remains in full speed ahead mode.

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler focused much of his comments during SIFMA’s Annual Meeting on why he considers himself to be just getting the ball rolling on climate disclosures.

Texas voters are considering an array of local bond measures to fund projects for schools, cities and counties.

A lighter, $5 billion calendar, heavy on healthcare, kicks off November. Most participants agree volatility in U.S. Treasuries will be a leading factor for municipal market performance. Uncertainty in Washington also isn't helping the asset class.

October has, on average, been the heaviest new-issue month of the year. Analysts said the lower volume, particularly taxables, was led by many issuers sitting on the sidelines, waiting for a potential package from Washington, D.C.

The lack of inclusion of the muni market's priorities in the reconciliation framework sends a strong signal they're unlikely to be included in the final legislation.

The $162 million tax-exempt new money deal is bolstered by two ratings upgrades and analysts say it will generate a lot of investor interest on Wednesday.

The fast pace of the Democratic negotiations may act in muni market's favor.

Goldman Sachs has joined three other top bond underwriters that haven't done Texas deals under a state law targeting firms with perceived anti-gun policies.

The case may turn on whether the SEC’s temporary order is capable of repetition and evading review.

Borrowers are enjoying the strongest market in decades while investors are forced to take what they can get.

The departure of Maryland's second-longest serving state treasurer will leave a void in the public finance community.

Green bonds and ESG are making it difficult for muni issuers to understand what to disclose and when.

“That's a big loss to me personally and to the commission,” SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said Wednesday.

Environmental, social and governance factors are gaining importance in the muni industry.

Kutak Rock will open a law office in Tallahassee next month, to be staffed with 10 hires from Hopping Green & Sams.

The $1.27 billion Ohio River Crossing toll bridge between Kentucky and Evansville, Indiana, will bring new jobs and boost the region's economy, officials say.

Congress has until Halloween to reach not only a deal on a bipartisan infrastructure bill, but also a reconciliation deal. Without both, key muni priorities could vanish, says GFOA lobbyist.