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  Ryan Gurule · [email protected]
March 22, 2022 at 6:52 PM

SEC Should Lead Reforms to Private Investment Fund Reporting in Wake of U.S. Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 22, 2022 SEC Should Lead Reforms to Private Investment Fund Reporting in Wake of U.S. Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs Possible Illicit Financial Flows in Private Investment Funds Post Systemic Risks to the U.S. and Global Financial Markets and May Weaken Sanctions …
  Santiago O'Neil, The FACT Coalition · [email protected]
March 21, 2022 at 8:22 PM

The Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Just the FACTs: March 2022

March 21, 2022 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newsletters…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
March 8, 2022 at 4:01 PM

Treasury Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs Need Funding In Congressional Spending Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 8, 2022 Treasury Sanctions on Russian Oligarchs Need Funding In Congressional Spending Bill Failure to Approve $118.2 Million for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network and Office of Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Will Hinder Ability to Target Russian Oligar…
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
February 28, 2022 at 8:18 PM

U.S. Freeze of Russian Oligarch Assets Welcomed by FACT Coalition

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 28, 2022 U.S. Freeze of Russian Oligarch Assets Welcomed by FACT Coalition Long-needed Financial Secrecy Reforms Should be Accelerated to Identify Sanctioned Wealth W…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
February 22, 2022 at 6:37 PM

FACT Welcomes Treasury Department Action to Counter Money Laundering through U.S. Real Estate

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 22, 2022 FACT Welcomes Treasury Department Action to Counter Money Laundering through U.S. Real Estate FACT Comment Letter Urges FinCEN to Address Dangerous Vulnerabilit…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
February 8, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Corporate Transparency Act's Draft Rule Applauded by FACT Coalition

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 8, 2022 Corporate Transparency Act’s Draft Rule Applauded by FACT Coalition Treasury Department Action Shows U.S. is Serious in Addressing its Role in Global Money Laund…
  Olivia Meade, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
January 5, 2022 at 7:32 PM

December Marks Historic Progress for Anti-Corruption Reform: Just the FACTs: December 2021

January 5, 2022 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newsletter…
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
December 16, 2021 at 5:25 PM

Our Banner Year at the FACT Coalition

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Dear friends: I bring you glad tidings from the fight against financial secrecy, corruption, and unfair tax systems! It’s been a phenomenal year for the FACT Coalition, and I’m writing to briefly share w…
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
December 7, 2021 at 10:29 PM

FACT Coalition Welcomes Treasury Move to Implement Corporate Transparency Act

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 7, 2021 FACT Coalition Welcomes Treasury Move to Implement Corporate Transparency Act  Draft Regulation Marks Progress Toward Eliminating U.S. Anonymous Shell Companies …
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
December 6, 2021 at 3:34 PM

FACT Coalition Applauds First Ever U.S. "Strategy on Countering Corruption"

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Press Release: December 6, 2021 Journalist Contact: Ian Gary, 202-375-3628 [email protected] FACT Coalition Applauds First Ever U.S. “Strategy on Countering Corruption” Strategy Targets Threa…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 9:19 PM

MONDAY: FACT Co-Hosts Brookings Panel on Anti-Corruption Ahead of Summit for Democracy

*10AM-11:30 AM EST, Monday, December 6* Combating Corruption to Drive Democratic Renewal: A Kickoff Event for the Summit for Democracy   Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Treasury Wally Adeyemo to Speak at FACT Co-Hosted Event, Followed by Panel Discussion on the Fight Against Corruption REGISTER HERE…
  Olivia Meade, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
December 3, 2021 at 6:01 PM

Momentum Around Anti-corruption Builds Heading Into the Summit : Just the FACTs: November 2021

December 3, 2021 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newslette…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
December 2, 2021 at 4:18 PM

Massive and Opaque U.S. Private Investment Industry Presents Major National Security and Corruption Threats

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 2, 2021 Massive and Opaque U.S. Private Investment Industry Presents Major National Security and Corruption Threats Joint Report from FACT Coalition, Global Financial In…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
November 29, 2021 at 9:51 PM

REGISTER NOW – December 2nd Launch of "Private Investments, Public Harm"

*11AM-12PM EST, Thursday, December 2* REPORT LAUNCH: “Private Investments, Public Harm” The FACT Coalition, Global Financial Integrity, and Transparency International-U.S. Office invite you to the launch of their new joint report revealing how the opacity of the massive U.S. private investment in…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
November 24, 2021 at 7:16 PM

Report Launch December 2 – "Private Investments, Public Harm"

*11AM-12PM EST, Thursday, December 2* REPORT LAUNCH: “Private Investments, Public Harm” The FACT Coalition, Global Financial Integrity, and Transparency International-U.S. Office invite you to the launch of their new joint report revealing how the opacity of the massive U.S. private investment in…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
November 8, 2021 at 5:01 PM

EVENT INVITATION: American Kleptocracy – A Conversation with Casey Michel and Policy Experts

Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition EVENT INVITATION FOR: November 17th Contact: Christopher Boose, [email protected]  12-1 PM EST, Wednesday, November 17th American Kleptocracy – A Conversation with Casey Michel and Policy Experts Click HERE to Register…
  Olivia Meade, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
November 1, 2021 at 3:09 PM

International Tax Bills Bring Reform Within Reach: Just the FACTs: October 2021

November 1, 2021   “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newslet…
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
October 4, 2021 at 3:50 PM

Massive "Pandora Papers" Financial Secrecy Leaks Highlight Need for U.S. Reforms

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 4, 2021 Massive “Pandora Papers” Financial Secrecy Leaks Highlight Need for U.S. Reforms FACT Coalition Calls For Strong Implementation of Corporate Transparency Act and Ot…
  Christopher Boose, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
September 27, 2021 at 8:21 PM

International Tax Bills Bring Reform Within Reach: Just the FACTs: September 2021

September 27, 2021   “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newsl…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
September 9, 2021 at 2:24 PM

TODAY: The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S.

Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition EVENT INVITATION FOR: September 9th, 2021 Contact: Christopher Boose, [email protected]  *12-1pm EDT, Thursday, September 9* The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S. REGI…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
September 7, 2021 at 4:25 PM

Register Now: The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S.

Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition EVENT INVITATION FOR: September 9th, 2021 Contact: Christopher Boose, [email protected]  *12-1pm EDT, Thursday, September 9* The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S. REGI…
  Christopher Boose · [email protected]
August 30, 2021 at 8:50 PM

EVENT INVITATION: The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S.

Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition EVENT INVITATION FOR: September 9th, 2021 Contact: Christopher Boose, [email protected]  *12-1pm EDT, Thursday, September 9* The Global is Local – Linking the Fight Against Corruption with Fair Housing in the U.S. REGI…
  Christopher Boose, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
August 25, 2021 at 3:16 PM

Congress' Moment to Pass International Tax Reform: Just the FACTs: August 2021

Here’s the State of Play: Tax Transparency and Tax Loopholes Congress’ Moment to Pass International Tax Reform All eyes are on Washington to see if lawmakers will take a proactive step toward codifying U.S. international tax reform through the budget reconciliation process. The Organi…
  Ian Gary · [email protected]
August 11, 2021 at 4:03 PM

FACT Coalition Welcomes White House Plans for "Summit for Democracy"

Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG Editing Template:Press Release Template - IG FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 11, 2021 FACT Coalition Welcomes White House Plans for “Summit for Democracy” December 9-10 Summit an Opportunity for the U.S. to Showcase Concrete actions for Global Anti-C…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
July 30, 2021 at 5:54 PM

FACT Coalition Mourns the Passing of Senator Carl Levin

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 30, 2021 FACT Coalition Mourns the Passing of Senator Carl Levin Levin was a Tireless Champion in the Fights Against Corruption and Tax Avoidance  WASHINGTON, DC – The Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition mourned the passing of Senator…
  Christopher Boose, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
July 27, 2021 at 1:10 PM

Promise and Peril for Global Minimum Tax at OECD Negotiations: Just the FACTs: July 2021

July 27, 2021   “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newsletters…
  Christopher Boose, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
June 21, 2021 at 7:47 PM

Tax Transparency Back in the Spotlight: Just the FACTs: June 2021

June 21, 2021   “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newsletters…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
June 3, 2021 at 7:52 PM

FACT Coalition Applauds Biden Administration Move to Establish the Fight Against Corruption as a "Core U.S. National Security In

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 3, 2021 FACT Coalition Applauds Biden Administration Move to Establish the Fight Against Corruption as a “Core U.S. National Security Interest” National Security Study Memorandum Pledges U.S. Leadership to Bring Transparency to U.S. and Global Financial Systems  WASH…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
June 2, 2021 at 8:04 PM

FACT Welcomes U.S. Congressional Anti-Kleptocracy Caucus Committed to Financial Transparency and Rule of Law

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2021 FACT Welcomes U.S. Congressional Anti-Kleptocracy Caucus Committed to Financial Transparency and Rule of Law New Caucus Provides Platform for Crucial Anti-Corruption Reforms  WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Congress announced today the formation of the new, biparti…
  Christopher Boose, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
May 19, 2021 at 4:13 PM

Corporate Tax Disclosure Bill Charges Forward: Just the FACTs: May 19, 2021

May 19, 2021   “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Also, FACT is hiring! See the listing for the …
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
May 5, 2021 at 9:12 PM

FACT Coalition Offers Blueprint to Biden Administration to Implement Landmark Anti-Money Laundering Reform

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 5, 2021 FACT Coalition Offers Blueprint to Biden Administration to Implement Landmark Anti-Money Laundering Reform Recommendations Respond to Request from Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for Input on Implementing the Corporate Transparency  WASHINGTON, D…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
April 21, 2021 at 7:19 PM

A Biden Boom in the Fight to Close Tax Loopholes: Just the FACTs: April 21, 2021

A Biden Boom in the Fight to Close Tax Loopholes Here’s the State of Play: Tax Loopholes and Tax Transparency A Biden Boom in the Fight to Close Tax Loopholes Over the past month, there has been an unprecedented global focus on corporate tax loopholes and profit shifting amidst rep…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
March 22, 2021 at 7:23 PM

The Global Trend Towards Corporate Tax Transparency Accelerates: Just the Facts: March 22, 2021

The Global Trend Towards Corporate Tax Transparency Accelerates Here’s the State of Play: Tax Loopholes and Tax Transparency The Global Trend towards Transparency Accelerates These past few weeks have seen “explosive” momentum in the movement for tax transparency. The United Nation…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
February 17, 2021 at 8:33 PM

New Administration, New Opportunities: Just the Facts: Feb 17, 2021

February 17, 2021 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system.   Send feedback or items for future newslett…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
January 14, 2021 at 4:23 PM

Just the FACTs: January 14, 2021

January 14, 2021 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system. Send feedback or items for future newsletters…
  Clark Gascoigne, The FACT Coalition · [email protected]
January 1, 2021 at 8:06 PM

Landmark Bill Ending Anonymous U.S. Companies Is Enacted

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 1, 2021 Landmark Bill Ending Anonymous U.S. Companies Is Enacted Historic Anti-Corruption Reform Becomes Law after More than a Decade-Long Campaign WASHINGTON, D.C. — An historic anti-corruption measure ending anonymous companies in the United States became law on Fr…
  Ian Gary, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 8:15 PM

Help us move from victory to real reform

December 30, 2020 Dear John, I joined The FACT Coalition last month as executive director because I know that when corruption runs rampant and large companies and wealthy individuals do not pay their fair share in taxes, democracy withers and social justice is thwarted. We can’t let that happen a…
  Clark Gascoigne, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
December 29, 2020 at 12:56 AM

House Votes to Override Veto of Bill Ending Anonymous U.S. Companies

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 28, 2020 House Votes to Override Veto of Bill Ending Anonymous U.S. Companies Senate Could Make Historic Anti-Corruption Reform Law within Days WASHINGTON, D.C. — An historic anti-corruption measure ending anonymous companies in the United States could be within day…
  Clark Gascoigne, The FACT Coalition · [email protected]
December 11, 2020 at 8:22 PM

By Veto-Proof Margin, Senate Sends Landmark Bill Ending Anonymous Companies to President

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 11, 2020 With Veto-Proof Majority, Senate Sends Landmark Bill Ending Anonymous Companies to President’s Desk Historic Senate Vote Approving Corporate Transparency Act — a Part of the National Defense Authorization Act — Follows Veto-Proof Approval by House on Tuesda…
  Clark Gascoigne, The FACT Coalition · [email protected]
December 3, 2020 at 10:00 PM

U.S. Congress Close to Ending Anonymous Companies Abused by Criminals and Corrupt Actors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 3, 2020 U.S. Congress Close to Ending Anonymous Companies Abused by Criminals and Corrupt Actors House and Senate Both Expected to Vote on Final Passage of the Corporate Transparency Act as Part of the National Defense Authorization Act this Month WASHINGTON, D.C. —…
  Clark Gascoigne · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 4:24 PM

Reminder: Invitation to IACC Workshop on 1st Global Tax Disclosure Standard

You're Invited to: Trending Toward Transparency: The First Global Standard on Corporate Tax Disclosures A Virtual Workshop Panel at the 19th International Anti-Corruption Conference Tuesday, 1 December 2020, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST Register for the Panel The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) recen…
  Clark Gascoigne · [email protected]
November 27, 2020 at 4:35 PM

Invitation: IACC Workshop on the 1st Global Standard on Corporate Tax Disclosures

You're Invited to: Trending Toward Transparency: The First Global Standard on Corporate Tax Disclosures A Virtual Workshop Panel at the 19th International Anti-Corruption Conference Tuesday, 1 December 2020, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST Register for the Panel The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) recen…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
November 20, 2020 at 10:01 PM

Just the FACTs: November 20, 2020

November 20, 2020 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system. Send feedback or items for future newsletter…
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
November 9, 2020 at 2:16 PM

Ian Gary named Executive Director of the Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 9, 2020 Ian Gary named Executive Director of the Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition Washington, D.C. - The Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency (FACT) Coalition is pleased to announce Ian Gary as its next executive d…
  The FACT Coalition · [email protected]
September 24, 2020 at 2:45 PM

UN Panel Says Major Reforms Needed to Boost Fight Against Illicit Finance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 24, 2020 UN Panel Says Major Reform Needed to Boost Fight Against Illicit Finance WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new interim report by the United Nations High-Level Panel on International Financial Accountability, Transparency and Integrity for Achieving the 2030 Agenda (FAC…
  Jacob Wills, FACT Coalition · [email protected]
July 29, 2020 at 2:15 PM

Just the FACTs: July 29, 2020

July 29, 2020 “Just the FACTs” is a round-up of news stories and information regarding efforts to combat corrupt financial practices, including offshore tax haven abuses, corporate secrecy, and the laundering of money through the financial system. Send feedback or items for future newsletters to…
  FACT Coalition · [email protected]
July 21, 2020 at 12:21 AM

House Adds Measure Ending Anonymous Companies to Annual Defense Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 20, 2020 House Adds Measure Ending Anonymous Companies to Annual Defense Bill Bipartisan Vote Triggers Bicameral Negotiations on Key Corporate Disclosure and Anti-Money Laundering Reforms Statement by Clark Gascoigne, Interim Executive Director of the FACT Coalition WAS…
  FACT Coalition · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 9:14 PM

Apple's EU Ruling Underscores Need to Change Laws to Combat Tax Avoidance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 15, 2020 Apple’s EU Ruling Underscores Need to Change Laws to Combat Tax Avoidance WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, a European Union court overturned a 2016 decision that found that Apple had received illegal tax breaks from Ireland.  Wednesday’s decision from the EU’s …
  Erica Hanichak · [email protected]
June 4, 2020 at 3:05 PM

The FACT Coalition Weighs In on UN Panel for Financial Transparency

FACT COALITION WEIGHS IN ON UN PANEL FOR FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY The FACT Coalition submitted comments last week to the UN High Panel for Financial Accountability, Transparency, and Integrity for its 2030 agenda—making the case that the COVID-19 emergency response requires key financial reform…
  Clark Gascoigne · [email protected]
May 6, 2020 at 2:51 PM

FACT Coalition Welcomes Erica Hanichak as Government Affairs Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 6, 2020 JOURNALIST CONTACT: Clark Gascoigne [email protected] +1 202-810-1334 FACT Coalition Welcomes Erica Hanichak as Government Affairs Director WASHINGTON, D.C.––The Financial Accountability and Corporate Transparency Coalition (FACT Coalition) announc…