Securities Act of 1933: Key federal law governing securities registration requirements and private placement exemptions, particularly Sections 5 and 4(a)(2). Essential for structuring the SEPA in compliance with registration or applicable exemptions.

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Federal law establishing reporting requirements and anti-fraud provisions for securities trading. Relevant for ongoing compliance obligations and disclosure requirements in the SEPA.

Regulation D: SEC regulation providing safe harbor exemptions from registration requirements, particularly Rule 506 for private placements, which may be crucial for SEPA structuring.

Rule 144: SEC rule governing resale restrictions on securities. Important for determining transfer restrictions and legend requirements in the SEPA.

Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities laws governing registration, disclosure requirements, and exemptions that must be considered alongside federal requirements.

Stock Exchange Rules: NYSE or NASDAQ listing requirements, shareholder approval requirements, and disclosure obligations for publicly traded companies engaging in SEPA transactions.

State Corporate Laws: Corporate laws of the state of incorporation (e.g., Delaware General Corporation Law) governing corporate authorization and implementation of the SEPA.

Investment Company Act of 1940: Federal law regulating investment companies, relevant for ensuring purchaser compliance and avoiding investment company status.

Uniform Commercial Code: State-adopted uniform laws, particularly Articles 8 (Investment Securities) and 9 (Secured Transactions), governing securities transfers and secured interests.

Federal Reserve Regulations: Banking regulations including Regulation T regarding margin requirements that may affect SEPA implementation and funding.

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax provisions affecting the tax treatment and structuring of the SEPA transaction for both issuer and purchaser.