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State Corporation Laws: Primary state-level legislation governing corporate formation, including Delaware General Corporation Law and other state-specific corporation statutes. Each state has unique requirements and forms for incorporation.

Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax legislation that affects corporate structure, tax obligations, and classification of the corporation for tax purposes.

Securities Acts: Federal Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 governing the issuance and trading of corporate securities and shares.

Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal legislation establishing requirements for public companies' financial reporting and corporate governance.

State Filing Requirements: Specific requirements from State Secretary of State offices regarding filing procedures, forms, and documentation needed for incorporation.

Corporate Name Regulations: State-specific rules governing corporate name selection, restrictions, and naming conventions.

Registered Agent Requirements: Laws requiring corporations to maintain a registered agent and office in the state of incorporation for service of process.

Stock Structure Requirements: Regulations governing how corporate stock can be structured, including classes of shares, par values, and authorized shares.

Director and Officer Requirements: Legal requirements for corporate governance structure, including minimum number of directors and required officer positions.

Industry-Specific Regulations: Additional regulatory requirements for specific industries such as banking, insurance, or healthcare that affect incorporation.