The Bond Dealers of America is the Washington, DC headquartered trade association that provides focused congressional and regulatory advocacy, meaningful political intelligence, and access to leading strategic consultants for securities dealers and banks engaged in the U.S. fixed income markets. BDA Advocacy - BDA works passionately to promote public policies and market practices that improve the market environment while also providing a forum for its members to debate and discuss issues of common interest. The BDA acts as a clearinghouse for industry information and issues and provides educational opportunities for industry professionals through conferences, seminars and roundtables.