Securities Act of 1933: Federal law regulating the issuance of securities, requiring registration of securities offerings and establishing disclosure requirements for public offerings

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law governing securities trading, registration requirements, and ongoing reporting obligations for publicly traded companies

Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002: Federal law establishing enhanced corporate governance and financial disclosure standards for public companies

State Corporation Laws: State-specific laws governing corporate formation, operation, and governance (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law)

Blue Sky Laws: State-level securities laws regulating the offering and sale of securities to protect investors from fraudulent activities

Articles of Incorporation: Company's founding document that outlines authorized shares, corporate structure, and basic governance rules

Company Bylaws: Internal rules governing company operations, including procedures for issuing shares and conducting board meetings

Shareholder Agreements: Existing agreements between shareholders that may affect share issuance, including rights of first refusal or pre-emptive rights

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting the issuance of shares, including implications for both the company and shareholders

Stock Exchange Rules: Specific requirements from exchanges like NYSE or NASDAQ regarding share issuance and listing requirements for publicly traded companies