The SEC’s Proposal to Simplify Filer Status & Reduce Reporting Burdens
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About the Webcast: On May 19, 2026, the SEC proposed amendments that would simplify the filer status framework and expand eligibility for scaled disclosure and other accommodations currently available to smaller or newly public companies so that all but the largest public companies could take advantage of them. During this live webcast ("The SEC's Proposal to Simplify Filer Status & Reduce Reporting Burdens"), a panel of seasoned practitioners and senior SEC staff will discuss the SEC’s proposed rule changes and explore the practical implications of the new filer definitions and expanded accommodations.
Overview and Policy Objectives of the Proposal
Revisions to Filer Classifications and Definitions
Expanded Accommodations and Scaled Disclosure
Initial and Annual Determinations of Filer Status; Transition Rules
Requests for Comments and Potential Changes to the Proposed Rules
Considerations for Companies Considering Scaled Disclosure
Relationship of the Proposal to Other SEC Initiatives
Luna Bloom, Associate Director (Legal and Regulatory Policy), SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance
Howard Dicker, Partner, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
Raquel Fox, Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Dave Lynn, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP, and Senior Editor, TheCorporateCounsel.net
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Continuing Legal Education: We will apply for CLE credit in all applicable states (with the exception of SC and NE, who require advance notice) for this one-hour webcast. You must submit your state and license number prior to or during the program.
Attendees must participate in the live webcast and fully complete all the CLE credit survey links during the program. You will receive a CLE certificate from our CLE provider when your state issues approval, typically within 30 days of the webcast. All credits are pending state approval. This program will also be eligible for on-demand CLE credit when the archive is posted, typically within 48 hours of the original air date. Instructions on how to qualify for on-demand CLE credit will be posted on the archive page.