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New Financial Disclosure Rules for Publicly Traded Companies

This bill requires certain publicly traded companies, previously penalized for accounting issues, to disclose in their reports whether they have completed general ledger accounts reconciliation. This aims to increase financial transparency and protect investors, indirectly impacting the security of citizens' savings invested in the stock market.
Key points
Companies previously penalized for financial control failures must report on their general ledger reconciliation status.
The goal is to improve the reliability of financial statements, potentially increasing confidence in the capital market.
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Print number: 117_HR_3260
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2021-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require that certain issuers make disclosures regarding general ledger accounts reconciliation, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3260.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies previously penalized for financial control failures must report on their general ledger reconciliation status.
  • The goal is to improve the reliability of financial statements, potentially increasing confidence in the capital market.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Economy