Advocacy
Regulators Issue Final Joint Rule for FDTA
The Covered Agencies involved in the implementation of the Financial Data Transparency Act (“FDTA”) have finalized their phase one joint standard setting process.
Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA)
Legislation passed at the end of 2022 to apply data standards to information submitted to and managed by several financial regulators, including the MSRB.
Requests for 2026-2027 IRS Priority Guidance Plan
Requested items for inclusion on the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) 2026-2027 Priority Guidance Plan.
On Guidance for Tax-Exempt Refunding Bonds [REG-117298-21]
NABL response to an IRS notice of proposed rulemaking relating to tax-exempt refunding bonds and allocation and accounting rules.
FY2026 Appropriations
We are tracking the status of FY2026 appropriations, where things stand, and what it all means for bond lawyers.
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.
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.