Securities Act of 1933: Primary federal law governing the initial offering and sale of securities, requiring registration unless an exemption applies. Critical for determining if the token qualifies as a security.

Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Regulates secondary market trading and establishes SEC oversight. Relevant for token trading and ongoing reporting requirements.

SEC Howey Test: Legal framework used to determine whether a transaction qualifies as an investment contract and thus a security. Essential for token classification.

Bank Secrecy Act (BSA): Requires financial institutions to assist government agencies in detecting and preventing money laundering, including cryptocurrency transactions.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulations: Framework for preventing the conversion of illegally obtained funds into legitimate assets, applicable to token sales.

Know Your Customer (KYC) Requirements: Mandatory procedures to verify the identity of token purchasers and assess their risk profiles.

Commodity Exchange Act: Federal regulations governing commodity futures and derivatives markets, relevant if tokens are classified as commodities.

State Blue Sky Laws: State-specific securities regulations that may require additional registration or exemption requirements for token sales.

State Money Transmitter Laws: State-level regulations governing businesses that transfer or exchange money, potentially applicable to token sales.

IRS Notice 2014-21: IRS guidance on the tax treatment of virtual currencies and digital assets, crucial for tax compliance in token sales.

ESIGN Act: Federal law ensuring the legal validity of electronic signatures and records in token sale agreements.

UETA: Uniform Electronic Transactions Act providing state-level framework for electronic signatures and records.

Federal Trade Commission Act: Prohibits deceptive practices in commerce, relevant for token marketing and sales representations.

FinCEN Regulations: Financial Crimes Enforcement Network guidelines for virtual currency businesses and compliance requirements.

SEC DAO Report: SEC guidance specifically addressing the application of securities laws to blockchain-based tokens and organizations.