SEC Technical Amendment to Delegation of Authority Rules
Summary
The SEC has adopted a technical amendment to its delegation of authority rules. This amendment corrects an outdated cross-reference in the rules that delegate authority to the Commission's staff to grant certain exemptions from Rule 612 of Regulation NMS.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a final rule adopting a technical amendment to its delegation of authority rules. This amendment corrects an outdated cross-reference within the rules that empower the SEC's staff to grant specific exemptions from Rule 612 of Regulation NMS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The rule number is 34-104595.
This is a minor, technical correction and does not impose new obligations or penalties on regulated entities. Compliance officers should note the change for internal record-keeping and ensure any internal policies referencing the specific delegation of authority are updated to reflect the corrected cross-reference. The effective date is January 13, 2026.
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Final Rule
Technical Amendment to Delegation of Authority to Grant or Deny Exemptions from Rule 612 of Regulation NMS under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Overview
The Securities and Exchange Commission (“Commission”) is adopting a technical amendment to correct an outdated cross-reference in its rules delegating authority to the Commission’s staff to grant certain exemptions.
Last Reviewed or Updated: Jan. 14, 2026
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Final Rule: SEC Issued Version (pdf 157 KB)
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Rule Type Final Release Number 34-104595 SEC Issue Date
Jan. 13, 2026
Effective Date Date of Publication in the Federal Register
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