Notice 20 Mar 2025 compliance, sec, securities, financial reporting, government regulation, employee stock plans

📄SEC Notice on Form 11-K Extension and Business Implications

The Securities and Exchange Commission has submitted a request for an extension of Form 11-K, which is required for employee stock purchase and savings plans. The form provides necessary financial information for employees, and its reporting requirements are essential for issuers under the Securities Act. The notice also outlines the burden hours and costs associated with the form submissions.

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Notice 18 Mar 2025 compliance, sec, regulatory, securities, financial reporting, business filings

📊SEC Requests Comments on Form 12b-25 Extension for Late Filings

The Securities and Exchange Commission has submitted a request for extension of Form 12b-25, which notifies the Commission and the market about late filings of reports. The form allows for an automatic extension if conditions are met and supports compliance with relevant securities laws. Comments on this information collection are invited to assess its utility and burden.

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Notice 10 Mar 2025 compliance, sec, regulations, securities, financial reporting, business owners

📄SEC Requests Comments on Form 8-A Registration Process

The SEC is soliciting comments on a proposed collection of information related to Form 8-A, a registration statement for securities. This form is essential for businesses registering shares under the Securities Exchange Act. Comments on the collection process and its practical utility are welcomed within 60 days of publication.

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Notice 7 Mar 2025 compliance, sec, financial reporting, auditing, securities exchange act, rule 10a-1

📊SEC Rule 10A-1 Reinstatement

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces a request for OMB review regarding the reinstatement of Rule 10A-1, which mandates reporting on illegal acts that could materially affect financial statements. Businesses must be aware of compliance requirements and reporting obligations to the SEC, particularly in relation to auditor communications.

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Notice 5 Mar 2025 compliance, energy, regulation, financial reporting, natural gas, filings

💡Business Implications of New Natural Gas Pipeline Rate Filings

The Department of Energy's notice announces several filings regarding Natural Gas Pipeline Rate and Refund reports, initiated by various companies. Each filing includes details such as effective dates and required comment periods. The notice emphasizes the importance of participation in these proceedings for stakeholders, ensuring engagement in regulatory processes.

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Notice 4 Mar 2025 compliance, securities, financial reporting, transfer agents, rule 17ad-16

📄SEC Proposed Collection Notice on Rule 17Ad-16 Compliance

The SEC announces a request for comments regarding the extension of Rule 17Ad-16, which mandates registered transfer agents to notify securities depositories when changes to services occur. It also outlines the compliance burden and cost estimates associated with submitting these notices annually, aiming to streamline certificate transfers and reduce delays.

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Notice 28 Feb 2025 sec, regulatory compliance, securities, financial reporting, transfer agents

📄SEC Rule 17Ad-11 Extension

The Securities and Exchange Commission announces the submission for OMB review focusing on Rule 17Ad-11, outlining the obligations for registered transfer agents regarding reporting discrepancies in securities records and maintaining compliance. This notice emphasizes the need for accurate reporting practices to enhance the oversight of transfer agents in the securities market.

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Notice 27 Feb 2025 compliance, sec, financial reporting, securities regulation, national exchanges

📊SEC Notice on Rules 6a-1 and 6a-2 Compliance and Implications

The SEC has submitted a request for OMB approval to extend the information collection requirements under Rules 6a-1 and 6a-2 related to national securities exchanges. This includes the necessity for thorough reporting and documentation filings, crucial for the Commission's oversight and regulatory functions. The proposed regulations emphasize maintaining updated and accurate information for operational compliance and registration processes.

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Notice 26 Feb 2025 compliance, energy, regulation, financial reporting, federal energy regulatory commission, market

⚡Combined Notice of Filings by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

This notice details various filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission concerning accounting requests, self-certifications by exempt wholesale generators, and electric rate filings. It emphasizes the compliance deadlines and procedures for entities involved in the energy sector, promoting transparency and stakeholder participation in regulatory proceedings.

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Proposed Rule 13 Feb 2025 compliance, financial reporting, farm credit administration, audits, internal control

📊FCA Proposes New Rule on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

The Farm Credit Administration (FCA or we) extends the comment period on its proposed rule that would revise FCA regulations to require certain Farm Credit System institutions to obtain integrated audits under certain conditions. FCA is reopening the comment period.

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