Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal legislation that governs securities trading and requires public companies to make certain disclosures. Relevant if the corporation is publicly traded.
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate accountability standards for public companies, including requirements for corporate authority documentation.
Federal Tax Code: Internal Revenue Code requirements affecting corporate documentation and authority verification.
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and documentation requirements. Varies by state of incorporation.
State Business Corporation Acts: Comprehensive state-level legislation governing corporate operations, including requirements for corporate authority documentation.
Secretary of State Requirements: State-specific filing and documentation requirements mandated by the Secretary of State's office.
Uniform Commercial Code: Standardized state laws governing commercial transactions, including requirements for corporate authority verification.
Company Bylaws: Internal corporate governance documents that specify authorization requirements and procedures.
Articles of Incorporation: Foundational corporate document that may contain specific requirements for corporate authority certification.
Federal Reserve Regulations: Banking-specific regulations that may affect corporate authority documentation for banking transactions.
KYC Requirements: Know Your Customer regulations affecting corporate authority verification, particularly in financial transactions.
Board Resolution Requirements: Specific requirements for board approval and documentation in corporate authority matters.
Corporate Seal Requirements: State-specific requirements for the use of corporate seals in official documentation.
Notarization Requirements: State-specific requirements for notarization of corporate authority documents.
Record-Keeping Requirements: Legal obligations for maintaining corporate authority documentation and related records.
