Policy USSIF

Bringing the Voice of Sustainable Investing to Policymakers

Policy Overview

US SIF recognizes the profound impact that policymakers and regulators have on the sustainable investment field and the distinct voice that US SIF members bring to policy discussions.

Our policy program works to advance a regulatory agenda that maintains and enhances the sustainable and impact investment field. In collaboration with our Public Policy Committee, the policy team creates educational resources and provides our members with opportunities to share insights directly with policymakers.

State-Level Anti-ESG Efforts Affecting Financial Advisors

Over the past two years, there has been a flurry of attacks on the consideration of environmental, social and corporate governance criteria by investment professionals. There have been many anti-ESG bills making headlines both in Congress and in states across the country. Yet, most of the bills are focused on the investment of state and federal funds and do not affect financial advisors or broker-dealers.

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Sustainable Investing Policy Landscape: Mid-Year Review 2024

This policy report serves as a mid-year update on federal level policy for 2024 as well as a look at the landscape in the states and the courts.

USSIF Policy Mid Year Review 2024 Page 01