SEC Approves MSRB Interpretive Notice on Duties of Underwriters to State and Local Government Issuers

On May 4, the SEC approved the MSRB’s proposed interpretive notice on the application of MSRB Rule G-17 to underwriters of municipal securities. According to the notice, underwriters of municipal securities will be required to make certain disclosures to their state and local government clients, including risks about complex financial transactions, potential conflicts of interest, and compensation received from third-party providers of derivatives and investments. The notice will become effective on August 2. MSRB Release.  MSRB Notice.  SEC Release.