IPA ADVOCACY

The definitive policy and regulatory advocate for alternative investments

overview

IPA stands out among its peers in the impact of its advocacy. Whether engaging with Congress, the Administration or federal and state regulators, IPA’s advocacy shapes the conversation on critical issues. Moreover, the IPA PAC is the only non-partisan PAC exclusively focused on alternatives.

Policy issues

Advancing the Industry

IPA and our members address policy issues that are vital to the national economy and investor choice, including the regulation of public and private securities, tax legislation, and policies that facilitate portfolio diversification. IPA’s unique position ensures that our members speak with a single voice about issues of national importance.
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Comment Letters

Protect Investor Choice

Protect investor choice from regulatory overreach. Oppose federal and state regulatory expansion that significantly reduces investor access to alternative investment products. Reduce regulatory barriers to the registration and offering of alternative investment products.

Capital Formation Policy Solutions
Regulatory Overreach
NASAA REIT Guidelines and Concentration Limits
Accredited Investor Definition
Private Placement Exemptions (Rules 506(b) and (c))

Enhance Industry Education

Provide financial professionals, investors, policymakers, and stakeholders with educational resources, including research and regulatory information, needed to understand the benefits of investing in alternative investment products. Enable financial professionals to better examine opportunities for investing in alternative investment products.

Portfolio Diversifying Investments
Impact of Federal and State Regulatory Proposals
Alternative Product Structures and Strategies
Alternative Product Sales and Marketing

Expand Retirement Savings

Increase opportunities for Americans to better meet their retirement financial needs by expanding access to alternative investments products in defined contribution accounts. Support efforts to broaden investments in individual retirement accounts. Promote bi-partisan policies to help retirement savers achieve financial security.

Alternatives in Defined Contribution Plans
Alternatives in Individual Retirement Accounts
DOL Qualified Plan Asset Manager

Provide Operation Solutions

Lead industry efforts to develop research, data, and operational solutions to help advance access to alternative investment products and adoption of best practices. Serve as the voice for sponsors and distributors as they address issues of national importance and develop robust, consistent standards that will lead to sustainable industry growth.

SEC and DOL ESG Proposals (Including Climate Disclosure)
Independent Contractor Status
Electronic Delivery of Investor Communications
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
Technology and Efficiency in Straight Through Processing

Ensure Harmonized Standards

Advocate for a harmonized best interest standard of conduct for financial professionals. Promote investor choice of professional financial guidance and ensure affordable access to financial advice.

SEC Regulation Best Interest Compliance and Enforcement
DOL Fiduciary Proposal and Existing Exemptions
Harmonized Federal-State Standards of Conduct
FINRA Exam and Risk Monitoring Program

Preserve Tax Treatment

Protect the current tax structure and favorable tax treatment for alternative investment products. Pursue opportunities to make alternative investment products more tax-advantaged, affordable, and accessible.

FIRPTA Parity for Non-Traded REITs Act
FIRPTA Regulations Impacting REITs
Extension of the IRS’ Qualified Opportunity Zone Program
Importance of 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges
Parity for BDC Tax Treatment

Safeguard Senior Investors

Ensure senior investors are appropriately protected and have choices in meeting their financial needs, including access to portfolio diversifying investments. Encourage responsible governance, operational excellence and sound business practices that protect senior investors.

Investor Protection Initiatives Affecting Alternatives
Policy Solutions Protecting Seniors and Vulnerable Adults
FINRA Trusted Contact Persons
Complex Product Education and Awareness

Promote Innovation & Inclusion

Enhance the recruitment and opportunities for professionals entering the industry. Collaborate and establish best practices to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Support the creation of innovative alternative investment products.

Innovation and Policy Solutions for Alternative Products
Industry Best Practice Guidelines and Standardization
Recruitment and Mentorship Opportunities
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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