Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and establishing SEC oversight, requiring disclosure of material information and regulating board responsibilities
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal legislation establishing enhanced corporate governance standards, including director responsibilities, internal controls, and financial disclosure requirements
Dodd-Frank Act: Comprehensive financial reform law affecting corporate governance, executive compensation, and board oversight responsibilities
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Anti-corruption legislation requiring directors to ensure compliance with anti-bribery provisions and accounting transparency
Delaware General Corporation Law: Primary state corporate law framework (if Delaware incorporated) governing director duties, rights, and corporate governance structure
Stock Exchange Rules: NYSE and NASDAQ listing requirements affecting board composition, committee structures, and corporate governance practices
SEC Regulations: Federal regulations governing board independence, committee requirements, and disclosure obligations for public companies
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting director compensation, benefits, and tax reporting requirements
State Employment Laws: State-specific regulations governing worker classification, compensation, and employment relationships
Trade Secrets and IP Laws: Federal and state laws protecting company intellectual property and confidential information, affecting director confidentiality obligations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific requirements (banking, healthcare, etc.) imposing additional compliance obligations on directors in regulated industries
Fiduciary Duty Laws: State laws defining directors' duties of care, loyalty, and good faith to the corporation and its shareholders
