Current Project Opportunities

Request for Input: SEC ABS Proposal
Provide your input for a potential NABL comment project in response to the SEC’s proposed rule to Prohibit Conflicts of Interest in Certain Securitizations.

“To Lien or Not To Lien”
Forthcoming report covering the subject of security interests in collateral for municipal bond issues and public finance projects.

Carson v. Makin Thought Piece
The General Law and Practice Committee (GLPC) is working on a thought leadership piece to discuss the First Amendment questions continued in the Carson v. Makin decision. The project is…

Best Practices Paper for Risk Factors Disclosure
A paper to discuss, among other items, various topics of disclosure including revenue and conduit revenue bonds as well as new cyber, climate, and COVID-19 related risks. The paper could…

Forward Delivery Bonds FAQ
The Securities Law and Disclosure Committee (SLDC) is working on a frequently asked questions (FAQ) document covering the basic mechanics of a forward delivery; documentation requirements and best practices of…

Mentorship Program
Pilot program led by the Diversity Committee to encourage and facilitate active long-term participation with new and younger members.

Tax Diligence Best Practices
One or more tax due diligence tools for NABL members intended to provide a foundation for a due diligence process by providing a framework of items to review and consider.

Updates to the Model CDA
The Securities Law and Disclosure Committee (SLDC) is working to update our Model Continuing Disclosure Agreement (CDA).

Post-Issuance Compliance Checklist Update
Update to the 2016 checklist resource jointly produced by GFOA/NABL. The checklist will make updates to the existing checklist to reflect recent changes in market practice and tax law.

Update of the Model Bond Opinion Report
Update to the 2003 signature NABL Model Bond Opinion.