• The JOBS Act loosens reporting, oversight and advertising rules for companies trying to raise investor funds.

  • The law allows companies with less than $1 billion in revenue to disclose less information to investors.
  • The law allows non-accredited investors to invest in startups through crowdfunding and “mini-IPOs”.
  • The intended purpose of the JOBS Act was to revitalize the small business sector after the financial crisis, help entrepreneurs start businesses, grow current businesses, and get Americans back to work.
  • Deregulation under the Jobs Act helps businesses access finance, but also increases the risk of investors being scammed.