Federal Trade Commission Guidelines: FTC Guidelines on Endorsements and Testimonials that regulate disclosure requirements and transparency in sponsorship relationships
Federal Securities Laws: Regulations governing sponsorship arrangements involving publicly traded companies, including disclosure requirements and investor protection measures
Lanham Act: Federal trademark and advertising laws that protect against false advertising and unfair competition in sponsorship arrangements
FCC Regulations: Federal Communications Commission rules governing sponsorship disclosure and advertising requirements across media platforms
State Contract Laws: State-specific regulations governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation applicable to sponsorship agreements
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-level regulations protecting consumers from deceptive practices in advertising and sponsorship
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax requirements governing sponsorship payments, including reporting obligations and tax treatment of commission income
Employment Classification Laws: Federal and state laws governing independent contractor vs. employee classification, including Fair Labor Standards Act considerations
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized rules governing sponsorships in specific sectors such as sports, entertainment, and social media
Privacy Laws: Federal and state privacy regulations governing data protection and personal information handling in sponsorship relationships
Intellectual Property Laws: Copyright, trademark, and right of publicity laws protecting creative content and brand assets in sponsorship arrangements
