Carl McCall , co-chairman of the board's special governance committee--are in the news.

FORBES: Big Board's Delusions Of Grandeur

Carl McCall , former comptroller of New York and current board member of Tyco International who also served as co-chairman along with Panetta of the Special Committee on Governance of the NYSE.

FORBES: Self-Regulation Hits The NYSE

Recent major issues resolved by the Special Committee on Governance of the NYSE concern disclosure of executive and director compensation, NYSE officer service on listed company boards and the influence of securities industry directors who serve on the 27-person NYSE board.

FORBES: Self-Regulation Hits The NYSE

If you plan to file for recognition of your federal tax-exempt status as a public or private charity, you will need to ask your attorney about the special language you must include in your incorporation and governance documents.

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