119th Annual Conference Sessions: Debt Management
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Sessions for Sunday, June 29
Never a Dull Moment: Reflections and Predictions on the Muni-Market
"It’s an interesting time to be alive in the muni-market" should be a 2025 tagline. With policy and market changes and nearly every corner of muni-land having something to say, it's important for issuers of municipal securities to be aware of these conversations and understand how these big-picture issues may affect their own debt programs.
Are We There Yet? The Financial Data Transparency Act
The Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA), which was signed in 2022, changes the way governments must report their disclosures (in a structured data format) to the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA) system. Federal agencies are currently working through the rulemaking process to implement the act.
Welcome to the Club: Small Issuer Compliance
Governments that infrequently issue debt and/or issue small amounts have unique challenges in the market and in handling their debt management program, yet they face the same reporting requirements as larger, more frequent issuers. This session will review GFOA’s best practices that focus on key elements for small governments, as well as market factors and practices that have traditionally been beneficial to this population of issuers.
Sessions for Monday, June 30
Enhancing Issuer Disclosure Practices
Governments must be mindful of securities laws and disclosure responsibilities that come with issuing debt and managing their debt portfolios, including preparing the official statement, monitoring continuing disclosure obligations, providing voluntary disclosures to the market, and implementing a strong investor relations program. Additionally, governments need to be aware of possible changes to disclosure reporting requirements that the federal government may implement in the near future.
Exploring the Impact of Tax Code Changes on the Municipal Bond Market
This year's Congress ushered in significant shifts in economic policies, fiscal priorities, tax implications, and market dynamics. This timely panel will highlight the political climate in Washington, DC, and the impact of the election on the municipal bond space.
Inside Information: Investor Insight for Issuers
Investors have had a strong appetite for municipal bonds in recent years. This has helped governments consistently access capital markets at low rates. Understanding how issuers view the market is important for finance professionals and can help influence your government's strategy.