Category (Document Type)
Category Type allows users to filter based on a particular or specified set of Document Types. Please note, the Document / Category Type in Compliance.ai’s Search API is sensitive to capitalization. Also, the all documents that are categorized as “Manual” will be premium content.
These are the category / document types currently supported by our APIs, along with the Meta-Category they fall under:
Category ID | Category/Document Type | Meta Category Type | Description |
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1001 | Handbook Navigation | Guidance | |
102 | Regulatory Digest | Agency Updates | Document issued by the Prudential Regulation Authority that highlights key regulatory news and publications delivered for the month. |
1176 | Working Paper | Research & Papers | Document published by an agency or entity that shows a pre-publication versions of Papers, reports, research, etc. |
1246 | Model Law Navigation | Legislation | |
131 | US Code Navigation | Legislation | |
1375 | Policy Navigation | Regulations | |
140 | Mortgagee Letter | Guidance | The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issues FHA Mortgagee Letters to inform lenders about Federal Housing Administration (FHA) operations, policies, procedures, and changes. These letters are available from a number of access points on the FHA Connection via the Mortgagee Letters links found |
1580 | Supervisory Report | Reports | |
163 | Bill Analysis | Research & Papers | Document that contains a summary of a bill written in layman's terms. |
1654 | Exemptive order | Enforcements | An exemptive order is an official order issued by the SEC that grants exemptions or relief from certain provisions of securities laws and regulations. The purpose of an exemptive order is to provide flexibility or relief to individuals, entities, or specific transactions that may not fully comply with existing securities regulations but are deemed to be in the public interest or necessary for the proper functioning of the financial markets. |
1788 | Finalised Guidance | Guidance | Document that sets out the actions that an agency believe entities should consider to comply with the law or regulations. |
1800 | Amicus Brief | Guidance | A legal document that is filed in a court case by a third party who is not directly involved in the case, but has an interest in the outcome. These documents are not binding on the court, but can be persuasive and are often filed by industry associations, consumer groups, or other stakeholders who want to provide guidance or information to the court about the potential impact of the cases that have significant implications on the industry or the public. |
1835 | Letters to Credit Unions | Letters & Comments | NCUA issues letters to credit unions from time to time to provide guidance and other information to the credit union system on regulatory and supervisory matters1. These letters provide guidance on specific NCUA policies and procedures, compliance, governance, and other timely issues that affect all federally insured credit unions. |
1857 | Bill | Legislation | Document with a proposed legislation under consideration by a legislature. |
1918 | Speech | Agency Updates | Document presenting a transcription or summary of a speech given by an official or relevant person in the industry. |
195 | Examination Manual | Guidance | Document that contains procedures and guidance for examining entities regarding specific subject or issues. |
1970 | Whitepaper | Research & Papers | Document containing an authoritative report or guide that informs stakeholders concisely about a complex issue and presents the issuing body's philosophy on the matter. |
200 | Public Law | Legislation | Public law document in the Guam Legislature is an official record of a law that has been enacted by the legislature and signed into law by the Governor or allowed to become law without the Governor’s signature. These laws are available in electronic format from the Guam Legislature and can be accessed through their website. Public laws are added to the website as they become available from the Clerk’s Office via the Committee on Rules. Records of session agendas, votes, legislation, and messages and communications are also available throughout the website |
209 | Servicing Guide | Guidance | Document issued by an entity that guide the servicing policies. |
2090 | Complaint | Enforcements | Document issued by an agency, entity or individual that sets out the facts and legal reasons that they believe are sufficient to support a claim against the party or parties against whom the claim is brought that entitles them to a remedy. |
2108 | Final Report | Reports | Document issued by an agency or entity summarizing the outcomes of a study, project or investigation. |
2266 | Audit | Reports | Document about an independent examination of financial information of any entity. |
2271 | Investor Alert | Agency Updates | Documents which inform investors about potential risks in investments, tips for future investments, clarifications on previous rules and highlighting important areas for further research |
24 | Corporate Report | Reports | Document that contains a comprehensive report intended to give information to shareholders and other interested people about an entity's activities and financial performance throughout the preceding year. |
242 | Servicing Guide Navigation | Guidance | |
2459 | Legislative Debate | Research & Papers | |
2546 | Budget | Agency Updates | |
273 | Financial Institution Letter | Guidance | Communication issued by the FDIC to the CEO's of financial institutions under their purview to announce new regulations or policies. These FDIC publications or other matters of principle interest to those operating a bank or savings association |
2750 | Prohibition Order | Enforcements | A prohibition order in the United States refers to a legal order that prohibits certain activities or behaviors. |
2794 | Company Filing | Guidance | The financial and non-financial information related to the company, such as its financial statements, annual reports, disclosures, and other regulatory compliance-related information which are also mandatory or voluntary submissions made by a company to regulatory bodies. The purpose of these filings is to provide transparency and accountability to shareholders, investors, and other stakeholders of the company. |
2826 | Final Notice | Enforcements | Formal announcement of enforcement actions being taken against firms or individuals in breach of regulations. The document highlights an agency's reasons for enforcing sanctions and details of the resulting penalty. |
2839 | Industry Guidance | Guidance | A document by a government agency which summarises recent developments and new guidelines in the field alongside information on how companies can make submissions, request hearings or make comments on those developments |
2846 | Manual | Guidance | Document issued by an agency that sets out the instructions and steps to fulfill a specific goal. |
2867 | Policy Paper | Research & Papers | Document containing a research piece focusing on a specific policy issue that provides clear recommendations for policy makers. |
2878 | Proposed Rule | Regulations | Document that announces and explains the agency's plan to address a problem or accomplish a goal. |
2990 | Breach Notification Decision | Enforcements | The document used to document the decision-making process related to notifying customers or regulatory authorities in the event of a data breach and is created as part of an organization's incident response plan and may include details such as the date and time of the breach, the nature of the information that was compromised, and the steps taken to mitigate the breach and prevent future incidents. It outlines the decision-making process that the organization followed in determining whether a breach occurred, the extent of the breach, and the appropriate response, including whether to notify affected customers or regulatory authorities. |
3166 | Disciplinary Action | Enforcements | Document issued by an agency to inform a person or entity of a disciplinary action because they were unable to follow the policies or expectations set by the agency. |
3178 | Statistics | Reports | |
3184 | Bulletin | News | Document with issued by an agency or entity with a brief public notice issuing usually from an authoritative source |
3208 | Circular | Guidance | Document with a written statement of government policy that often provide information, guidance, rules, and background information on legislative or procedural matters. |
3221 | Market Conduct Examination Report | Enforcements | Document containing the findings of examinations of licensed insurance companies that evaluate insurers' compliance with the law with respect to rating, underwriting, and claim practices. |
3228 | Emergency Rule | Regulations | Document with rules promulgated due to an immediate danger to the public health, safety or welfare. |
3230 | Executive Order | Regulations | Document with a means of issuing federal directives in the United States, used by the president of the United States, that manages operations of the federal government. |
3241 | Statute | Legislation | Document with a formal written enactment of a legislative authority that governs the legal entities of a city, state, or country by way of consent. |
3246 | Judgement | Enforcements | Document that confirms a court's final judgment. |
3258 | Law | Legislation | Document with a set of rules and regulations that are indispensable and must be followed because they are the product of the legislative process. |
3262 | Revocation Order | Enforcements | A revocation order is a legal directive that cancels or terminates a previously granted right, privilege, or status. The term “revocation order” can refer to a wide range of legal actions, depending on the context in which it is used. For example, in the context of securities regulation, a revocation order may refer to an order fully revoking a failure-to-file cease trade order. In the context of driver’s licenses, a revocation order may refer to an order issued by the DMV canceling a person’s driver’s license due to serious traffic violations or other reasons. |
3282 | Opinion | Guidance | Document issued by an agency on matters that are deemed of general interest to the bar or for general inquiries relating to a particular set of facts. |
3307 | Rulemaking | Regulations | |
3309 | Final Order | Enforcements | Document that confirms a court or agency's final order. |
3358 | Consultation Paper | Regulations | Document that is put out by the Government for public comment and feedback |
3380 | International Treaty | Legislation | Document that is a formal and binding written agreement entered into by actors in international law, usually sovereign states and international organizations |
3381 | Suspension Order | Enforcements | A suspension order is a legal order that temporarily prohibits an individual or entity from performing certain actions or activities. Suspension orders can be issued by various authorities, such as courts, regulatory bodies, or government agencies, and are typically used to protect the public or prevent harm. |
3382 | FAQ | Guidance | Document issued by an entity with Frequently Asked Questions |
3384 | News Release | News | |
3448 | Ruling | Guidance | |
3488 | Checklist | Guidance | A document consisting of a list of items or tasks that need to be completed, reviewed, or verified, and can be used for a wide variety of purposes related to risk management, compliance monitoring, and quality assurance and are often created by industry associations, regulatory agencies, or internal compliance teams, and can be tailored to specific regulatory requirements or business processes. |
3601 | Order | Enforcements | Document outlining a determination made by a court without issuing a legal opinion. |
3603 | Public Act | Legislation | Document with an act or statute affecting matters of public concern |
3604 | Guide | Guidance | Usually issued by the foreign and development offices of countries, guides provide information to nationals travelling or living in other countries. Nature of the advice includes: travel advice; consular support; important news updates and risk assesments of living in different countries |
3609 | Statistical Data Set | Agency Updates | Documents that provide access to data set of statistical information. |
3614 | Regulation (EU) | Legislation | Regulation (EU) are Binding articles issued by the European parliament upon all member states |
3617 | Executive Order Navigation | Regulations | |
3618 | Directive (EU) Navigation | Regulations | |
3655 | Directive (EU) | Regulations | This type of Directive is a specific legal instrument issued by the European Union (EU) under its regulatory framework. Directives passed by the EU are binding on its member states in terms of the results to be achieved, as well as the specific means of achieving those results. Member states are required to transpose the Directives into their national laws and regulations. |
3696 | Opinion Letter | Guidance | Document with a formal expression of a judgment or advice based on an expert's special knowledge. |
3808 | Advisory Letter | Guidance | Documents providing guidance on specific regulatory matters published by insurance and financial regulators. |
3813 | Determination | Guidance | A determination document is a written document issued by the IRS in response to requests from taxpayers or their representatives seeking official determinations or decisions on specific tax issues. Types of determination documents include private letter rulings, determination letters, and technical advice memoranda. These documents are used to provide guidance and clarity on complex tax issues. |
3898 | Directive | Regulations | |
3899 | Enforcement Notice | Enforcements | The document typically outlines the alleged violations or misconduct by a regulated entity or individual and specifies the penalties, sanctions, or remedial actions imposed as a result. Enforcement notices are used to inform the industry and relevant stakeholders about the regulatory actions taken, ensuring transparency and accountability. They may include details of the regulatory provisions violated, the reasons for the enforcement action, and any obligations or requirements to be fulfilled by the subject of the notice. |
3916 | Meeting Minutes | Events | Document with an official record of a meeting for its participants and a source of information for people who were unable to attend. |
3917 | Memorandum | Letters & Comments | A short message or record used for internal communication in a business1. Memos can be used to quickly communicate with a wide audience something brief but important, such as procedural changes, price increases, policy additions, meeting schedules, reminders for teams, or summaries of agreement terms1. |
3921 | Proclamation | Agency Updates | Proclamations are official announcements or statements issued by governments to inform the public about specific events, policies, or issues1. They are usually issued in the name of the head of state or secretary and are currently used within the governing framework of Western nations like the US and Canada |
3925 | Rate Filing | Regulatory Filings | |
3931 | Supervisory Guidance | Guidance | Document that outlines the agencies’ supervisory expectations, priorities, and general views regarding appropriate practices. |
3937 | Enforcement Order | Enforcements | The enforcement order is typically issued as a result of non-compliance with regulatory requirements, violations of laws or regulations, or misconduct identified during an investigation or enforcement action. It serves as an official notification of the regulatory authority's decision and carries legal obligations for the recipient to comply with the prescribed actions within the specified timeframe. It may include directives such as ceasing certain activities, implementing corrective measures, paying fines or penalties, or taking steps to ensure future compliance. |
3939 | Annual Report | Reports | Document with a comprehensive report on an agency or entity's activities throughout the preceding year, intended to give interested people information about its activities and financial performance. |
3948 | Settlement Agreement | Enforcements | Document that confirms a contractual agreement between parties to actual or potential litigation by which each party agrees to a resolution of the underlying dispute. |
3967 | Tax Rate | Agency Updates | |
4040 | Guideline | Guidance | Document issued by an agency that set outs a statement or plan by which to determine a course of action and to streamline particular processes. |
4044 | Interpretive Statement | Guidance | Document with a written expression of the opinion of an agency, entitled an interpretive statement by the agency head or its designee, as to the meaning of a statute or other provision of law, of a court decision, or of an agency order. |
4059 | Supervisory Letter | Guidance | Document that address significant policy and procedural matters related to the Federal Reserve System's supervisory responsibilities. |
4061 | Termination Order | Enforcements | A termination order is a legal order that permanently prohibits an individual or entity from performing certain actions or activities. termination orders can be issued by various authorities, such as courts, regulatory bodies, or government agencies, and are typically used to protect the public or prevent harm. |
4104 | Industry Letter | Guidance | Document issued by and agency in connection with the proposal or adoption of particular regulations within an industry. |
4246 | Act | Legislation | Document with legislation which has passed both chambers of Congress in identical form, been signed into law by the president, or passed over his veto, thus becoming law. |
4252 | Consumer Alert | Agency Updates | Documents issued by an agency that are meant to make the public aware of a current scam or fraud being committed. |
4258 | Consent Order | Enforcements | Document that confirms an agreement or settlement that resolves a dispute between two parties without admission of guilt or liability |
4261 | Letter | Letters & Comments | Document with a written or printed communication addressed to a person, agency or entity and usually transmitted by mail. |
4271 | Enrolled And Enacted Bill | Legislation | An Enacted Bill is a bill which has passed by both chambers of legislature and has also received the governor’s signature thereby resulting into a Law. However, in some jurisdictions an official law is not published at all by the legislature or is published at the end of the session. CAI categorizes a document as Enrolled And Enacted Bill when a bill has been enacted however there is no official publication of the Enacted Document to denote that the specific bill is now a law. |
4287 | Newsletter | News | Document issued by an agency or entity containing news concerning of its activities that is sent to its members, customers, employees or other subscribers. |
4294 | Statement | Agency Updates | Document published by an agency or entity to communicate a position or provide explanations to current situations. |
4431 | Business Plan | Agency Updates | Document containing business goals, the methods on how these goals can be attained, and the time frame within which these goals need to be achieved. |
4432 | Cease and Desist | Enforcements | Document sent to an individual or entity to stop purportedly illegal activity and not to restart it. |
4434 | Conference | Events | Documents related to a conference held by an agency or entity, or the slides with the content of that conference. |
4477 | Engrossed Bill | Legislation | Engrossed Bill refers to a version of a bill that has been amended, finalized, and approved by a legislative body, such as a parliament or congress, before it becomes law. The term "engrossed" indicates that the bill has undergone revisions, incorporating any amendments or modifications made during the legislative process. |
4479 | Enrolled Bill | Legislation | Document with the final copy of a bill or joint resolution which has passed both houses of Congress in identical form. |
4480 | Research Publication | Research & Papers | Document issued by an agency, entity or organization to communicate relevant research findings. |
4485 | No Action Letter | Guidance | Document with a letter written by the staff of an agency, requested by an entity subject to regulation by that agency, indicating that the staff will not recommend that the agency take legal action against the entity, should the entity engage in a course of action proposed by the entity through its request for a no-action letter. |
45 | US Public Law Navigation | Legislation | |
4503 | Introduced Bill | Legislation | Proposed pieces of legislation that are formally presented by lawmakers for consideration and potential enactment into law. These bills are then debated upon by the legislature and constitute a formal record of legislative intent |
4507 | Press Release | News | Document published by an agency with an official statement delivered to members of the news media for the purpose of providing information, an official statement, or making an announcement. |
4509 | Memorandum of Understanding | Agency Updates | Document that states a nonbinding agreement between two or more agencies outlining the terms and details of an understanding, including each parties' requirements and responsibilities. |
4510 | Corporate Document | Agency Updates | An official document produced by a corporation that may include annual reports, financial statements, press releases, board meeting minutes, and other corporate communications that provide updates on the company's performance, operations, or policies. These are often used to keep stakeholders informed about the company's activities and financial health. |
4511 | National Instrument | Legislation | Documents used by the governments of different canadian provinces which can have a broad purpose including introducing amendments to previous rules, clarifying the status of conflicting regulations and informing stakeholders about important developments |
4533 | Rule | Regulations | Document with government statements that carry out or explain law or policy, or describe an agency's organization or procedures. |
4535 | Regulatory Alert | Agency Updates | Documents published in the Federal Register and open for comment that may significantly affect small businesses. |
4539 | Blog | News | Document with an extract of information posted by an agency or entity in a blog section of its website. |
4547 | Response | Letters & Comments | |
4556 | Decision (EU) | Regulations | Document that confirms the agency's final decisions that arise from proceedings by an agency to enforce its rules. |
4570 | Contract | Regulatory Filings | |
4573 | Tariff | Regulatory Filings | |
4575 | Petition | Regulatory Filings | |
4590 | Transcript | Regulatory Filings | |
4664 | Enforcement | Enforcements | Documents related to legal disposition taken by an agency against a person or entity for violating a law or regulation that is under the purview of the agency. |
4676 | Discussion Paper | Research & Papers | Document that set out initial views as well as technical details on a proposed policy or regulation seeking views on how best to implement it. |
4682 | Impact Assessment | Reports | Document with a means of measuring the effectiveness of organizational activities and judging the significance of changes brought about by those activities. |
4683 | Injunction Order | Enforcements | |
4690 | Statement of Policy | Regulations | Document with a declaration of a government's political activities, plans and intentions relating to a concrete cause or, at the assumption of office, an entire legislative session. |
4694 | Warning Notice | Notices | Document published by the FCA when they propose to take action. |
4711 | Administrative Order | Regulations | It is an order that either regulates or adjudicates upon rights of regulated entities within an industry. States differ in the use of the term "Administrative Order" wherein some states may adjudicate upon a corporation's rights to do or refrain from doing a certain act and some use this term to pass subsidiary regulations. |
4712 | Advice | Agency Updates | Document issued by an agency to assist in formulating regulations. |
4720 | Amendment | Regulations | An amendment is a proposed change or addition to a bill, an existing regulation by the agency responsible for implementing or enforcing it, or other legislative proposal that is currently under consideration by a legislative body. The process of amending a bill involves introducing a proposed change or addition to the original text, known as an amendment, and then debating and voting on the amendment. |
4721 | Agency Update | Agency Updates | Documents published by an agency to notify all persons and entities that are regulated by it on matters that concern the agency’s administration. |
4725 | Comment | Letters & Comments | Document with comments made by stakeholders to any proposed rule, guideline, regulation, etc. |
4727 | Consultation | Regulations | Document issued by an agency to start a discussion before making decision. |
4728 | Correspondence | Letters & Comments | Documents with letters to and from agencies and entities. |
4746 | Event | Events | Documents describing the details of an event held by an agency. |
4747 | Fact Sheet | Agency Updates | A factsheet is a concise and informative document that provides key facts, data, and details about a specific topic, product, service, or initiative. They typically provide relevant facts, statistics, guidelines, and explanations to assist readers in making informed decisions or understanding specific topics. |
4748 | Financial Sanction | Enforcements | |
4752 | Form | Agency Updates | Document published by an agency or entity with spaces in which to write or select, for a series of documents with similar contents. |
476 | Exemptive Letter | Letters & Comments | An Exemptive Letter is a document issued by a regulatory authority to grant exemptions or waivers from certain regulatory requirements or provisions. It is typically issued in response to a request from a financial institution or other regulated entity seeking relief or special treatment from specific rules or regulations. It also outlines the terms and conditions of the exemption or waiver granted, including the duration, scope, and any additional requirements or conditions imposed. The issuance of an Exemptive Letter indicates regulatory approval for the requested exemption and provides legal certainty to the entity operating under the granted relief. |
4767 | Guidance | Guidance | Documents published by agencies that help explain their programs and policies or communicate other important information to regulated entities and the public. |
4773 | Implementation Plan | Guidance | |
4780 | Motion | Regulatory Filings | |
4781 | Multilateral Instrument | Legislation | |
4783 | Ordinance | Regulations | Document with a law passed by a local political subdivision, such as a city, county, village, or town. |
4784 | Policy Statement | Regulations | Document with a declaration of a government's political activities, plans and intentions relating to a concrete cause or, at the assumption of office, an entire legislative session. |
4787 | Publication | Agency Updates | Document issued by an agency, entity or organization to communicate relevant information to the public. |
4788 | Recommendation | Guidance | |
4789 | Regulatory Filing | Regulatory Filings | |
4792 | Regulatory Decision | Regulations | |
4793 | Notice | Notices | Documents that are published by an agency to notify the public on regulatory updates related to a law or an industry. |
4799 | Report | Reports | Document issued by an agency or entity that present data and information in an organized format about the agency activities or findings that are relevant for the public and regulated entities. |
4805 | Resolution | Agency Updates | |
4808 | Standard | Regulations | |
4809 | Standard Navigation | Regulations | |
4813 | Testimony | Agency Updates | Document presenting a transcription or summary of a expert testimony presented to Congress, or an agency, on public policy issues. |
4818 | Announcement | News | Document issued by an agency or entity with a public declaration of something related to the industry or important for stakeholders. |
4895 | Journal Navigation | ||
4908 | State Register | Regulations | |
4934 | Control Navigation | Guidance | Document that lays down the policies, procedures, and activities that must be implemented within an organization's GRC framework to manage their risks effectively, maintain compliance with regulations, and achieve strategic goals. |
4935 | Control | Guidance | Document that lays down the policies, procedures, and activities that must be implemented within an organization's GRC framework to manage their risks effectively, maintain compliance with regulations, and achieve strategic goals. |
4946 | Civil Money Penalty | Enforcements | Document related to a fine issued in civil court which penalizes a violator who profited from an illegal or unethical action. |
4950 | Interpretive Letter | Guidance | Documents that provide general guidance on the agency staff's views as to the application of particular rules under specific circumstance. |
4953 | News | News | Documents that comprise mainstream and industry-specific news updates that are relevant for consumers and regulated entities. |
4955 | Mainstream News | News | Document with information from conventional newspapers, television and other news sources that most people in the industry know about and regard as reliable. |
4962 | Rule Certification | Regulations | |
4963 | Industry Filing | Regulations | |
4965 | Enforcement Decision | Enforcements | This document type typically outlines the findings, conclusions, and decisions made by the regulatory authority regarding a specific case or situation. It may detail any violations or misconduct identified, the evidence collected, and the regulatory provisions that were breached and also specifies the penalties, sanctions, or remedial actions imposed on the regulated entity or individual involved. This type of document serves as an official record of the regulatory authority's determination and is used to inform the industry and relevant stakeholders about the enforcement outcome. |
4977 | Journal | Legislation | |
4986 | Rule Navigation | Regulations | |
4989 | Act Navigation | Legislation | |
4990 | Emergency Order | Regulations | Emergency Order refers to a document issued by a regulatory authority or government agency in response to an urgent situation or crisis. Emergency orders may impose temporary rules, restrictions, or requirements on financial institutions or specific activities to mitigate potential harm or address unforeseen circumstances. |
50 | US Code | Legislation | Document with part or the entire official compilation and codification of the general and permanent federal statutes of the United States. |
5005 | Code Navigation | Legislation | |
5006 | Code | Legislation | |
5007 | Guidance Notice | Notices | Document which provides guidance and clarification on regulatory requirements for member firms of a regulatory agency. Notices offer interpretation and practical examples to help firms navigate novel financial regulations. Failure to comply with guidelines under these notices can result in disciplinary action. |
5010 | Decree | Legislation | A formal order or judgment issued by a court or regulatory agency that establishes a rule, policy, or requirement that must be followed. Decrees may be used to enforce existing laws or regulations, or to create new ones. In the context of financial regulation, a decree may be issued by a regulatory agency or a court in response to a violation of securities laws or other financial regulations, and may impose fines, penalties, or other sanctions on individuals or companies that have engaged in misconduct. |
5011 | Instruction | Guidance | A document outlining the details of a new rule, regulation, policy or other developments. It can be addressed to employees, clients or stakeholders. |
5013 | Lawmaking | Legislation | Documents which either introduce new laws into an agency or provide information and updates about new rules. |
5017 | Regulatory Agenda | Agency Updates | A document that outlines the priorities and objectives of a regulatory body and sometimes the chronology of events that a session will follow |
5023 | Regulatory Order | Regulations | A regulatory order is a legal directive issued by a governmental entity, such as a regulatory agency, that imposes restrictions or requirements on the activities of individuals or organizations. These orders can take many forms, including injunctions, judgments, decrees, memoranda of understanding, consent decrees, directives, or regulatory restrictions. They are used to enforce compliance with laws, rules, and regulations and can be issued in response to violations or to prevent potential violations. |
5025 | Risk Alert | Agency Updates | An alert is sent, usually to investors, by government agencies to provide information about changes in policies or other developments that may cause the fluctuation in value of stores of wealth. |
5030 | Supporting Document | Agency Updates | Documents which supplement another, often primary legislation, by providing in depth information about evidence like charts, surveys, tables, letters etc, which are used to facilitate the understanding and increase the legitimacy of other documents |
5032 | Position Paper | Letters & Comments | European agencies use position papers to inform the public and other stakeholders about their views on specific topics, policies, and issues1. These papers are usually published in advance of formal negotiations or discussions to inform the debate and provide a basis for further discussions |
5033 | Administrative Letter | Guidance | Administrative Letters are guidance letters published by an agency addressing compliance of regulations or other regulatory matters. |
5037 | Advisory Opinion | Guidance | Documents that provide recommendations and outline certain obligations on various regulatory and compliance issues intending to help financial institutions to comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices. These are non-binding in nature but can also help financial institutions demonstrate their commitment to regulatory compliance and risk management. |
5038 | Amended Bill | Legislation | A Bill that has been modified, changed, or revised as part of the legislative process but prior to being passed into law. |
5039 | Commissioner's Order | Guidance | A formal order that is legally binding and enforceable and typically follows an investigation or audit by the regulatory body. It outlines specific actions that an institution must take to comply with regulatory requirements, and failure to comply can result in significant penalties or other sanctions. Commissioner's Orders are typically issued in response to significant violations or issues that pose a risk to consumers or the financial system, and may be made public. |
5043 | Feedback Statement | Letters & Comments | Document issued by an agency that responds to the views they received, within the scope of their regulatory responsibilities. |
5048 | Publications | ||
5049 | Policy Statement Navigation | Regulations | |
5051 | Enforcement Report | Reports | Document published by an agency containing summaries of its enforcement rulings. |
5053 | Court Filing | Enforcements | |
5056 | Decision | Enforcements | |
5061 | Statute Navigation | Legislation | |
5063 | Handbook | Guidance | Document issued by an agency that sets out the rules and guidance made by that agency. |
51 | State Code Navigation | Regulations | |
56 | SR Letter | Guidance | Document that address significant policy and procedural matters related to the Federal Reserve System's supervisory responsibilities. |
61 | CFR Navigation | Regulations | Document with the codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States. |
65 | State Code | Regulations | Document with part or the entire official compilation and codification of the general and permanent local statutes of each one of the States of United States. |
69 | Supervisory Statement | Guidance | Documents that are aimed at facilitating firm and supervisory judgement in determining whether they meet rules expectations. |
70 | Administration Instrument | Guidance | Document issued by an agency to ensure that rules are correct, presented clearly and contain up-to-date references. |
71 | US Public Law | Legislation | Document with a public bill or joint resolution that has passed both chambers and been enacted into law. |
75 | Prudential Regulation | Regulations | Document with a type of financial regulation that requires financial firms to control risks and hold adequate capital as defined by capital requirements, liquidity requirements, by the imposition of concentration risk limits, and by related reporting and public disclosure requirements and supervisory controls and processes. |
77 | CFR | Regulations | Document with the codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States. |