Securities Act of 1933: Federal law regulating the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and disclosure requirements for public offerings
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC, requiring ongoing reporting for public companies
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation governing corporate taxation, shareholder distributions, and related tax obligations
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): Federal law prohibiting bribery of foreign officials and requiring proper accounting practices for international business
Federal Trade Commission Act: Law establishing the FTC and prohibiting unfair competition and deceptive practices in commerce
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporation formation, operation, and dissolution (varies by state, e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)
Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities
State Business and Professions Code: State-specific regulations governing business operations and professional conduct
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework for securities offerings, trading, and corporate reporting requirements
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure requirements for public companies
Dodd-Frank Act: Federal law implementing financial regulatory reform and corporate governance requirements
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, and other employment standards
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized set of laws governing commercial transactions, including sales, leases, and secured transactions
Interstate Commerce Regulations: Federal regulations governing business activities conducted across state lines
International Trade Laws: Federal laws and international treaties governing import/export operations, customs, and international business transactions
