Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): Primary U.S. federal law that prohibits the payment of bribes to foreign officials to assist in obtaining or retaining business. Key cornerstone of U.S. anti-corruption enforcement.
Travel Act: Federal law that prohibits travel or use of facilities in interstate commerce to promote unlawful activity, including bribery under state laws.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002: Federal law that sets requirements for all U.S. public company boards, management, and public accounting firms, including provisions related to internal controls and financial reporting that affect anti-corruption compliance.
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act: Contains whistleblower provisions and other regulatory requirements that impact anti-corruption compliance programs.
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR): Comprehensive set of rules governing the federal government's purchasing process, including anti-corruption requirements for government contractors.
UN Convention Against Corruption: International anti-corruption treaty that provides framework for international cooperation and domestic anti-corruption measures.
OECD Anti-Bribery Convention: International convention establishing legally binding standards to criminalize bribery of foreign public officials in international business transactions.
UK Bribery Act: British legislation with extraterritorial reach that should be considered for U.S. companies operating internationally or with UK connections.
State Anti-Corruption Laws: Various state-specific legislation addressing corruption, bribery, and related offenses at the state level.
State Whistleblower Protection Laws: State-specific laws providing protection for individuals who report corruption and other violations.
DOJ Guidelines on Corporate Compliance Programs: Department of Justice guidance on evaluating corporate compliance programs, including anti-corruption measures.
SEC Enforcement Guidelines: Securities and Exchange Commission guidelines for enforcement of anti-corruption regulations, particularly regarding FCPA.
Federal Sentencing Guidelines: Guidelines that provide framework for sentencing organizations for criminal conduct and establishing effective compliance programs.
Anti-Kickback Statute: Healthcare-specific federal law prohibiting the exchange of anything of value to induce or reward referrals of federal healthcare program business.
Bank Bribery Act: Specific regulations governing anti-corruption measures in the banking and financial services sector.
