SEC fall rulemaking list draws Republican commissioner criticism over priorities
By 
Aaron Nicodemus2021-12-15T18:16:00
The SEC’s updated fall rulemaking list suggests the agency will push forward with an aggressive agenda in 2022 that will include mandated ESG disclosures and further attempts to walk back rule changes implemented under Republican control.
THIS IS MEMBERS-ONLY CONTENT
You are not logged in and do not have access to members-only content.
If you are already a registered user or a member, SIGN IN now.
Related articles
-
ArticleGensler says SEC to consider new rules for cybersecurity, data privacy disclosures
The Securities and Exchange Commission is kicking the tires on new cybersecurity and data privacy disclosure requirements for investment companies, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and public companies, according to agency Chair Gary Gensler.
-
ArticleSEC Commissioner Elad Roisman to resign by end of January
The Securities and Exchange Commission will be down a Republican commissioner next month following the planned resignation of Elad Roisman.
-
ArticleTCFD recommendations more than building block for SEC climate disclosure rules?
SEC Chair Gary Gensler has hinted the agency’s highly anticipated climate-related disclosure rules will likely be pegged to an international framework, specifically mentioning the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures. How can the TCFD help companies prepare for what’s ahead?
More from Regulatory Policy
-
ArticleNew DOJ fraud division means broad realignment of resources and attorneys
A new Department of Justice (DOJ) division will lead investigations of government fraud, and take over duties—and staff, and funds– currently handled by other DOJ divisions and government agencies, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced.
-
PremiumHong Kong wants to know if your bank has a culture problem
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority’s Bank Culture Reform program is in its eighth year. Phase 2 of its misconduct-sharing scheme covers more than 50,000 banking professionals. The shift signals regulators are evaluating whether culture works, not just prescribing rules.
-
NewsFinCEN proposes overhaul of AML rules, ending 2024 risk assessment requirements
A rule overhaul proposed by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network is designed to reduce compliance burden, which would free up banks from tracking all but the most egregious illicit financial activities.