The ACAMS U.S. Capital Chapter is at the heart of the U.S. regulatory universe. Many of our members work daily with the people who monitor and enforce federal AML laws and regulations. Other members have the distinction, shared by thousands across the country and the world, of being part of the front line of defense against the crime of money laundering. This combined perspective and knowledge puts the U.S. Capital Chapter at the crossroads ofwhere vigilance meets compliance. This Chapter is dedicated to the mission of ACAMS, the strong growth of the CAMS certification within the AML community and doing our part in strengthening the inherently close bonds of regulators, law enforcement, law makers and the private sector.