Securities & Markets

CFPB Final Rule: 2026 Maximum Charge for FCRA Disclosures

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a final rule establishing the maximum allowable charge for Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) disclosures for the 2026 calendar year. This annual adjustment is required by the FCRA.

CFPB Rescinds Adjudication Rule Amendments

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has rescinded amendments made in 2022 and 2023 to its Rules of Practice for Adjudication Proceedings. This action reverses changes related to depositions, timing, bifurcation, dispositive motions, and issue exhaustion, with some narrow exceptions for clarificatory changes.

CFPB Draft Strategic Plan FY 2026-2030 Public Comment

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is seeking public feedback on its draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030. This notice invites comments on the Bureau's mission, strategic goals, and objectives for the upcoming four-year period.

CFPB Guidance on Commenting on Bureau Notices and Regulations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has updated its guidance on how the public can submit comments on Bureau notices and regulations. The document clarifies procedures for submitting comments, what types of comments are generally posted publicly, and what information should be excluded.

CFPB Archive of Closed Notices

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has archived a list of past notices that are no longer open for public comment. This archive includes various types of rulemaking notices, such as advance notices of proposed rulemaking, and provides links to the full text of these documents.

CFTC Exempts Senior Employees from QEP Requirements

The CFTC has issued guidance exempting certain senior employees from the definition of 'Qualified Eligible Person' (QEP) under CFTC regulations. This exemption applies to individuals who meet specific compensation and experience criteria, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens for market participants.

CFTC Staff Letters on No-Action Positions

The CFTC has published staff letters providing no-action positions on various regulations. These letters offer guidance and relief to market participants regarding specific regulatory requirements. The CFTC staff letters are available on their website for review.

CFTC Staff Letters on Digital Assets

The CFTC has published staff letters providing regulatory guidance on digital assets. These letters offer interpretations and no-action relief related to various regulations under the Commodity Exchange Act. They are intended to assist market participants in navigating compliance requirements.

CFTC Staff Letters Offer Guidance on Regulatory Matters

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) provides access to staff letters offering guidance on various regulatory matters. These letters, available from 2008 onwards, cover a wide range of topics and regulations relevant to market participants.

CFTC Staff Letters and Guidance

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) provides access to its staff letters and guidance documents issued from 2008 onwards. This resource is intended to offer clarity and interpretation on various regulations under the CFTC's purview.