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Increased Transparency in Audit Firm Oversight

This act increases the transparency of the body overseeing audit firms, which may improve trust in financial reports. Citizens and investors will gain better insight into disciplinary processes, potentially enhancing the security of their investments and overall market stability.
Key points
Disciplinary hearings for audit firms will be open to the public, unless the oversight body decides otherwise.
Information about penalties imposed on audit firms will be published faster, without unnecessary delays.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2009
Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
Process start date: 2021-06-10