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More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6750

Bill 117 HR 6750, also known as the More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act, aims to improve the accuracy and transparency of financial reporting in the securities industry. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration by the Committee on Financial Services.

The main purpose of the bill is to address concerns about the reliability of financial metrics used by companies in their securities filings. The bill seeks to establish a framework for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to develop and implement more accurate and consistent metrics for financial reporting.

Specifically, the bill calls for the SEC to conduct a comprehensive review of existing financial reporting standards and metrics used by companies in their securities filings. The SEC would then be required to develop new standards and metrics that are more accurate, transparent, and consistent across different industries. The bill also includes provisions to enhance the oversight and enforcement of financial reporting standards. It calls for increased penalties for companies that fail to comply with the new standards and metrics, as well as provisions for the SEC to conduct regular audits and reviews of companies' financial reporting practices. Overall, the More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act aims to improve the reliability and transparency of financial reporting in the securities industry, ultimately benefiting investors and the overall stability of the financial markets.

Congressional Summary of HR 6750

More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act

This bill revises the registration requirements for issuers of securities. Currently, nonexempt, nonbank issuers must register their securities with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) after a fiscal year in which the issuer has total assets exceeding $10 million and a class of equity security held by either (1) 2,000 persons, or (2) 500 persons who are not accredited investors.

The bill increases the asset threshold to $15 million and requires the SEC to determine by rule the number of beneficial owners who hold a security or the amount of market capitalization beyond which registration by the issuer is required.

Current Status of Bill HR 6750

Bill HR 6750 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2022. Bill HR 6750 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2022.  Bill HR 6750's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of February 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6750

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6750

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6750

More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act
More Accurate Metrics in Securities Law Act
To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 with respect to certain security registration thresholds, and for other purposes.

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