Securities Exchange Act 1934: Federal law governing securities trading and establishing SEC requirements for public companies and their directors
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal legislation establishing enhanced corporate governance standards, including director responsibilities and financial disclosure requirements
Dodd-Frank Act: Financial reform law affecting corporate governance, executive compensation, and disclosure requirements
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: Federal law prohibiting bribery of foreign officials, requiring accurate books and records, and internal accounting controls
State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and director duties (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)
Stock Exchange Requirements: Listing requirements from exchanges like NYSE or NASDAQ affecting corporate governance and director qualifications
SEC Regulations: Federal securities regulations governing disclosure, insider trading, and corporate governance for public companies
Employment Laws: Federal and state laws governing employment relationships, including Fair Labor Standards Act and state-specific regulations
Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations including Duty of Care, Duty of Loyalty, and Duty of Good Faith that directors must uphold
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting director compensation, benefits, and corporate tax implications
Industry Regulations: Sector-specific regulations that may affect director responsibilities in regulated industries like banking or healthcare
Indemnification Laws: State laws governing director indemnification rights and D&O insurance requirements
