Delaware General Corporation Law: Primary corporation law if incorporating in Delaware, setting forth requirements for corporate formation, governance, and operations
Securities Act of 1933: Federal law governing initial public offerings and securities registration requirements
Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law regulating secondary trading of securities and establishing SEC oversight
Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure requirements
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting corporate structure and operations
State Corporation Laws: Specific state laws governing corporation formation, operation, and dissolution in the chosen state of incorporation
Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors
State Tax Laws: State-specific tax regulations affecting corporate operations and reporting requirements
SEC Regulations: Federal regulations governing public companies, including registration and reporting requirements
Secretary of State Requirements: State-specific filing and reporting requirements for corporate registration and maintenance
Corporate Governance Rules: Requirements for corporate structure, board operations, and decision-making processes
Shareholder Rights Provisions: Legal requirements regarding shareholder voting, meetings, and protection of shareholder interests
Capital Structure Requirements: Regulations governing authorized shares, classes of stock, and capital maintenance
Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements specific to the company's business sector
