UCC Article 5: Uniform Commercial Code Article 5 governing Letters of Credit and bank guarantees, providing fundamental rules for bank-to-bank obligations in the United States

Federal Reserve Act: Core federal banking statute that establishes the Federal Reserve System and provides basic framework for bank operations and oversight

Banking Act of 1933: Also known as Glass-Steagall Act, establishes fundamental banking industry structure and separations, though modified by later legislation

Dodd-Frank Act: Comprehensive financial reform legislation affecting bank operations, systemic risk, and financial stability requirements

Bank Secrecy Act: Requires banks to assist government agencies in detecting and preventing money laundering, affecting inter-bank transactions

USA PATRIOT Act: Enhances BSA requirements with additional due diligence and reporting requirements for inter-bank relationships

State Banking Laws: State-specific regulations and UCC modifications that govern banking operations within individual states

ICC Uniform Rules: International Chamber of Commerce rules providing standardized practices for bank guarantees in international context

Basel III: International regulatory framework for banks, setting standards for capital adequacy, stress testing, and market liquidity risk

OCC Regulations: Office of the Comptroller of the Currency regulations governing national banks and their operations

FDIC Requirements: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation rules affecting bank operations and inter-bank relationships

Federal Reserve Guidelines: Federal Reserve Board requirements for bank operations, including capital requirements and risk management

CFPB Guidelines: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regulations affecting banking operations and consumer protection aspects