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Ayanna Pressley: “Disclosures about board diversity, climate, risk, use of AI…”

Featuring: Ayanna Pressley, Democratic | U.S. House Massachusetts, 7th Congressional District

Rep. Pressley Unveils Legislation & Demands SEC to Mandate Disclosures to Hold Big Banks Accountable

Published February 16, 2026 | Video Starts at 03:08

So that means roughly 1 out of 3 investors consider this information important. So I think that makes it material. Disclosures about board diversity, climate, risk, use of AI are essential for investors to make smart decisions. After all, in your words, the investors are the ultimate boss. So to reiterate, bosses need data to make decisions. (03:08–03:15)

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