Internal Revenue Code (IRC): Federal tax legislation that governs corporate taxation, tax reporting requirements, and corporate tax obligations
Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing initial securities offerings and registration requirements if the corporation plans to issue shares
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal legislation regulating secondary trading of securities and establishing reporting requirements for public companies
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure standards for public companies
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporation formation, operation, and dissolution (varies by state, e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law, California Corporations Code)
State Filing Requirements: State-specific regulations and procedures for filing Articles of Incorporation, including forms, fees, and processing times
State Tax Laws: State-specific tax regulations affecting corporations, including state corporate income tax, franchise tax, and sales tax requirements
Registered Agent Requirements: State laws requiring corporations to maintain a registered agent and office for service of process within the state
Corporate Governance Requirements: State-specific rules governing corporate structure, board of directors, shareholder rights, and corporate bylaws
Naming Restrictions: State-specific rules and restrictions regarding corporate names, including uniqueness requirements and prohibited terms
