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Committee Removes Controversial Language from Financial Reform Bill

On Monday, the Senate Banking Committee voted to amend language in the financial reform bill that had drawn criticism from many organizations supporting entrepreneurship and equity investment. In its original form, the bill would have raised the net worth requirements for accredited investors, significantly reducing the pool of angel investors and capital for early-stage businesses (see the April 14, 2010 issue). A vote is expected later this week. Read the Committee press release ...