Understanding the Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) mandates significant disclosure requirements for corporations, limited liability companies, and other business entities in the U.S. Enacted by Congress in 2021, the CTA aims to combat illicit activities by requiring these companies to report their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The act targets financial crimes like corruption, drug trafficking, and terrorism by unmasking the anonymity of shell companies. Exemptions apply to publicly traded companies and large firms that meet certain criteria. Failure to comply can lead to severe penalties, including heavy fines and imprisonment. Business owners and directors need to begin compliance in 2024.
- The CTA requires the disclosure of anyone who owns 25% or more of a company or controls its decision-making processes.
- Significant exemptions to the CTA include large companies and regulated entities like banks and insurance companies.
https://www.kanowskylaw.com/articles/2024/january/beware-the-corporation-transparency-act/
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