1.   Its opponents, including state regulators, trial lawyers and consumer groups, said the law would leave investors more vulnerable to corporate fraud.

2.   Other groups that must also support the merger if it is to succeed include regulators, brokerage firms and investors.

3.   That criticism led to new consultations that included regulators, and to the agreement.

4.   The panel that announced the recommendations Monday included regulators, corporate executives, accountants, lawyers and other experts on corporate governance.

5.   The second meeting will not include regulators.

6.   Some people, including regulators in both states, say Tyson should return to Nevada for his regulatory repentance.