S. 3850 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Credit Rating Agency Reform Act of 2006
S. 3850 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on Sep 6, 2006, sponsored by Richard C. Shelby.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 6, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Finance and Financial Sector
- Public law
- Public Law 109-291
What it does
Credit Rating Agency Reform Act of 2006 - (Sec. 4) Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require nationally recognized statistical rating organizations (NRSROs) to register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 6, 2006
- Passed the SenateSep 22, 2006
- Passed the HouseSep 27, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentSep 28, 2006
- Became lawSep 29, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-291. (Sep 29, 2006)
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- S. 418: Military Personnel Financial Services Protection Act
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- H.R. 5585: Financial Netting Improvements Act of 2006
- S. 4044: Religious Liberty and Charitable Donation Clarification Act of 2006
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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