Federal Securities Act 1933: Primary federal legislation governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration and detailed disclosure requirements
Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing secondary trading of securities and establishing the SEC, includes ongoing reporting requirements
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure standards, particularly important for public companies
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation affecting corporate structure, distributions, and tax treatment of various corporate activities
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporation formation and operation (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law), including requirements for Articles of Association
Corporate Governance Requirements: Regulations regarding company management structure, board composition, and corporate responsibility
Shareholder Rights Provisions: Legal requirements for protecting shareholder interests, including voting rights, information rights, and minority protections
Board Structure Regulations: Requirements for board composition, director qualifications, and board responsibilities
Share Capital Requirements: Rules governing share classes, capital structure, and share issuance procedures
Meeting Procedures: Legal requirements for conducting shareholder and board meetings, including notice periods and voting procedures
Stock Exchange Rules: If planning to list, specific requirements from exchanges like NYSE or NASDAQ regarding corporate governance and reporting
Industry-Specific Regulations: Particular regulatory requirements specific to the company's industry sector, including licensing and permits
