Advocacy
Legislative To Do’s (and Impasses) Mount
From “Reconciliation 2.0” to housing reforms, here’s a look at what we’re tracking as Congress gears up for April recess at the end of next week.
Comments Requested: Proposed Rules on Tax-Advantaged Bonds
Provide your comments to help inform NABL’s response to proposed rule changes from the Treasury Department and IRS by April 20.
New Proposed Rules on Tax-Advantaged Bonds
Proposed regulations from the U.S. Treasury Department would update certain arbitrage rules and definitions.
FY2026 Appropriations
We are tracking the status of FY2026 appropriations, where things stand, and what it all means for bond lawyers.
2026 Advocacy Town Hall
Fireside chat on regulatory and legislative developments relevant to the municipal market.
PFN Letter: Second Session of 119th Congress
As the 119th Congress begins its second session, the Public Finance Network reiterates core policy priorities for the municipal market.
Muni Trades Response to SEC ABS Concept Release
NABL led coalition letter in response to an SEC proposal to harmonize the definition of “Asset-Backed Securities” under Regulation AB with that of the Exchange Act.
Muni Trades Request Extension on ABS Comment Deadline
A collection of associations representing various aspects of the municipal market request extension for recent SEC proposal on asset-backed securities.
Federal Appropriations Process
A quick primer to help bond lawyers better understand the federal appropriations process and its connection to municipal bond offerings.
On the Application of PBU Rules to Modern Technologies
Comments to the IRS requesting written guidance on the application of the private business use rules related to modern technologies.
Public Finance’s Vital Role in Making Housing More Affordable in Our Communities
In today’s economic environment, government subsidies are essential to encourage developers to produce quality housing that is affordable for lower-income families.