The name of a DATA step character variable whose value is a text expression or a SAS statement to be generated. Do not enclose the name of the DATA step variable in quotation marks. A character expression that is resolved by the DATA step to a macro text expression or a SAS statement.
This means, for example, that any foreign private issuer that has listed its securities in the US, or issued securities to the public in the US whether or not listed (such as in a registered exchange offer for high-yield bonds) is subject to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Sarbanes-Oxley addressed investor confidence and fraud through reform of the public company reporting standards. However, much damage in the market occurred with the collapse of several major companies between 2002 and 2004.he Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 is a primary example of legislation following financial market failure. Sarbanes-Oxley influenced public businesses through transformation of the financial system.