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To direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to allow certain issuers to be exempt from registration requirements, and for other purposes.
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Summary of Bill HR 2864
Bill 115 hr 2864, also known as the "Small Business Mergers, Acquisitions, Sales, and Brokerage Simplification Act of 2021," aims to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide exemptions for certain issuers from registration requirements. The bill is designed to make it easier for small businesses to engage in mergers, acquisitions, sales, and brokerage activities without having to go through the lengthy and costly process of registering with the SEC.
The bill specifically targets small businesses that are looking to engage in these types of transactions, providing them with relief from the burdensome registration requirements that larger companies must adhere to. By exempting these small businesses from registration, the bill aims to streamline the process and make it more accessible for them to engage in these activities.
In addition to providing exemptions for certain issuers, the bill also includes provisions for the SEC to establish rules and regulations to ensure that these exemptions are implemented in a way that protects investors and maintains the integrity of the securities markets. This includes requirements for issuers to provide certain disclosures and adhere to certain standards in order to qualify for the exemptions. Overall, the goal of Bill 115 hr 2864 is to simplify the process for small businesses looking to engage in mergers, acquisitions, sales, and brokerage activities, while still maintaining investor protections and market integrity. It is aimed at promoting economic growth and entrepreneurship by reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses in the securities industry.
The bill specifically targets small businesses that are looking to engage in these types of transactions, providing them with relief from the burdensome registration requirements that larger companies must adhere to. By exempting these small businesses from registration, the bill aims to streamline the process and make it more accessible for them to engage in these activities.
In addition to providing exemptions for certain issuers, the bill also includes provisions for the SEC to establish rules and regulations to ensure that these exemptions are implemented in a way that protects investors and maintains the integrity of the securities markets. This includes requirements for issuers to provide certain disclosures and adhere to certain standards in order to qualify for the exemptions. Overall, the goal of Bill 115 hr 2864 is to simplify the process for small businesses looking to engage in mergers, acquisitions, sales, and brokerage activities, while still maintaining investor protections and market integrity. It is aimed at promoting economic growth and entrepreneurship by reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses in the securities industry.
Current Status of Bill HR 2864
Bill HR 2864 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2017. Bill HR 2864 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2017. Bill HR 2864's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of September 6, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2864
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2864
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2864
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