Municipal issuers sold $299.293 billion of bonds in the first half of 2026, up 5.2% year-over-year, according to LSEG data.

Dallas police officer handles evidence

The city council in August will consider placing $500 million of pension obligation bonds on the Nov. 3 ballot for its police and fire retirement system.

Grace Martinez, president of the Government Finance Officers Association for 26-27

Grace Martinez steps into the president's office at the Government Financial Officers Association hoping to continue the organization's membership expansion.

House Ways And Means Committee Chair Jason Smith, R-Mo.

Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., said he is crafting a bill to "disincentive states and localities" from offering public subsidy packages to lure professional sports teams across borders.

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    Introducing The Bond Buyer's newest Muni Hall of Famers who will be honored at an awards dinner in Boston on Sept. 30, 2025.

  • Thomas Doe, founder of Municipal Market Analytics

    "I have been very fortunate to contribute to a fascinating sector of the financial industry that is full of ambiguous issues and data," said Tom Doe. "I am flattered to be included in the Hall of Fame, it is a wonderful capstone to my career."

  • Diana Hoadley

    Over nearly 40 years, investment banker Diana Hoadley built a legacy of far-ranging vision and collaboration that left a trail of professional admirers.

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"I love solving complicated problems faced by our local governmental clients," Leslie Bacon. "We come up with strategic solutions that have a real impact on our communities." 

Connor Benoit

"The intersection between the public impact and the financial markets is unique and it brings a lot of good people to the same place. I really enjoy being a part of this community," Connor Benoit said.

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