SEC Gives Itself More Time to Review Texas Closed-End Fund Rules

2026-12163 — The Trade-Through Rule and Locked and Crossed Markets Provisions of Regulation NMS

The SEC wants to scrap some old rules that stop stocks from being traded at worse prices and prevent confusing market quotes. This change affects stock traders and exchanges, aiming to simplify trading and possibly speed things up. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until August 17, 2026, so don’t miss out!

2026-10373 — Registered Offering Reform

The SEC wants to make it easier and cheaper for more companies to sell their stocks and bonds to the public. They’re opening up special forms and benefits to more businesses, updating rules to be more modern, and cutting red tape by overriding some state rules. If you’re a company planning to raise money, these changes could speed things up and save you money, with feedback due by July 27, 2026.

2026-10222 — Enhancement of Emerging Growth Company Accommodations and Simplification of Filer Status for Reporting Companies

The SEC is making it easier for companies that report their finances by simplifying their categories into just two groups: big and small filers. Smaller companies, including emerging growth ones, will get more time to file reports and enjoy simpler rules, while big companies keep stricter standards. These changes aim to save time and money, with feedback open until July 20, 2026.

2026-07651 — Concept Release on Consolidated Audit Trail and Other Audit Trails and Data Sources

The SEC wants your thoughts on how it tracks stock market trades using the Consolidated Audit Trail and other data tools. They’re thinking about updating rules to keep up with new tech, privacy, and security needs, and to make sure the system is fair and cost-effective. If you’re involved in the stock market or data tracking, speak up by June 22, 2026!

2026-12524 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing of a Proposed Rule Change To Amend Rule 11.9(d) To Permit an Intermarket Sweep Order (“ISO”) To Be Entered as a Non-Displayed Order and To Establish the Price Level at Which the System Will Consider an ISO Available for Other Orders To Be Entered

Cboe BZX Exchange is updating its rules to let a special type of order called an Intermarket Sweep Order (ISO) be hidden from view when entered. They’re also setting clear price rules for when these orders can be matched with others, and allowing hidden orders to adjust prices more aggressively. This change affects traders using the BZX Exchange and aims to make trading faster and smarter, with the new rules kicking in soon after approval.

2026-12607 — The RBB Fund Trust and Seven Post Investment Office LP

The RBB Fund Trust and Seven Post Investment Office LP want permission to change their subadvisory agreements without asking shareholders first and to keep some fee details private. This could speed up how they manage investments and handle fees. If no one objects by July 13, 2026, the SEC will approve these changes.

Previous: 2026-12516 — Marine Mammals and Endangered Species

The government just gave special permits to two research groups studying marine mammals and endangered species. These permits let them do important work like tracking and protecting animals without breaking the rules. The changes mainly affect scientists at the University of California and the University of Alaska, with no extra costs or delays expected.

Next: 2026-12518 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Nasdaq Texas, LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change To Delete Obsolete Rule Text Regarding The Now-Completed Tick Size Pilot

Nasdaq Texas is cleaning house by deleting old rules about the Tick Size Pilot, a project that ended years ago. This change affects traders and market participants by removing outdated info, making the rulebook clearer and easier to use. The update took effect immediately on June 10, 2026, with no impact on fees or trading costs.