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World Bank Facilitation: New Rules for Investing in Bonds

This new act changes the rules for securities issued by the International Development Association (part of the World Bank). It will treat these securities the same as bonds from other major development banks, potentially making it easier for them to raise funds for aid projects. For citizens, this could mean greater financial stability in markets where these securities are traded and support for international development initiatives.
Key points
Securities issued by the International Development Association (IDA) will be exempt from certain securities laws, similar to other multilateral development banks.
This change aims to make it easier for IDA to raise funds for supporting developing countries.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will still oversee IDA and can suspend these exemptions if deemed necessary.
The act will not take effect if IDA provides financial assistance to countries designated by the U.S. as state sponsors of terrorism.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1764
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43]
Process start date: 2025-03-03