Securities Act of 1933: Primary federal legislation governing securities offerings, including registration requirements, exemption provisions (like Regulation D), and disclosure requirements for new securities issuances
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law establishing ongoing reporting requirements, anti-fraud provisions, and transfer restrictions for publicly traded securities
Investment Company Act of 1940: Federal legislation establishing registration requirements and regulatory framework for investment companies and investment funds
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation affecting investment structures, including tax implications of investments, treatment of different share classes, and capital gains considerations
State Securities Laws (Blue Sky Laws): State-specific legislation governing securities registration, disclosure requirements, and exemptions that vary by jurisdiction
State Corporate Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation and operation, including Delaware General Corporation Law, fiduciary duties, and shareholder rights
SEC Regulation D: Federal regulations governing private placement rules and exemptions from full SEC registration requirements
SEC Regulation S: Federal regulations governing offshore offerings and international securities transactions
SEC Rule 144: Federal regulation governing resale restrictions on securities and requirements for selling restricted securities
JOBS Act: Federal legislation enabling crowdfunding and modified disclosure requirements for certain smaller companies
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal legislation establishing corporate governance requirements, internal controls, and financial reporting standards
Dodd-Frank Act: Federal legislation implementing corporate governance provisions and enhanced disclosure requirements for public companies
