Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing tax-exempt organizations and social enterprises, including requirements for maintaining tax status and reporting obligations
SEC Regulations: Federal securities laws and regulations that apply if the social enterprise plans to issue shares or raise capital through investment offerings
Federal Employment Laws: Including Fair Labor Standards Act and other federal employment regulations governing worker rights, minimum wage, and employment conditions
State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing the formation, operation, and dissolution of corporations, including filing requirements and corporate governance
Benefit Corporation Laws: State-specific legislation enabling and regulating benefit corporations, including requirements for social mission, stakeholder consideration, and impact reporting
LLC Acts: State laws governing Limited Liability Companies, including formation, management structure, and operating requirements
L3C Regulations: State-specific regulations for Low-profit Limited Liability Companies, combining charitable mission with limited profit-making capability
State Tax Regulations: State-specific tax laws and requirements applicable to social enterprises, including any special provisions for hybrid entities
Cooperative Corporation Laws: Legislation governing the formation and operation of cooperative enterprises, including member rights and profit-sharing requirements
Nonprofit Corporation Laws: State and federal regulations governing nonprofit organizations, particularly relevant for social enterprises with strong charitable components
Industry-Specific Regulations: Sector-specific laws and regulations that may apply depending on the social enterprise's area of operation (e.g., healthcare, education, environmental services)
Transparency and Reporting Requirements: Legal obligations for public disclosure, impact reporting, and stakeholder communication specific to social enterprises and benefit corporations
