Securities Act of 1933: Federal law requiring registration of securities offerings and establishing anti-fraud provisions, crucial for SAFE agreements as they are considered securities
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing secondary market trading and establishing SEC oversight, relevant for future trading considerations of converted securities
Regulation D: SEC rules providing exemptions from securities registration requirements, particularly Rule 506 which is commonly used for private placements including SAFEs
State Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities regulations that require compliance alongside federal securities laws, including registration and exemption requirements
Delaware General Corporation Law: Comprehensive state corporate law framework often applicable to SAFE agreements as many startups are Delaware-incorporated
Investment Company Act of 1940: Federal law regulating investment companies and funds, relevant for ensuring SAFE issuers don't inadvertently become investment companies
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax law governing the tax treatment of SAFEs, including conversion events and potential tax implications
State Contract Laws: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation applicable to SAFE agreements
SEC Regulations: Federal regulatory framework overseeing securities offerings, including disclosure requirements and investor protections
FINRA Regulations: Rules governing broker-dealers who might be involved in SAFE transactions, including compliance and disclosure requirements
