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Quarterly Regulatory Policy Agenda Archive

See previously published Quarterly Regulatory Policy Agendas below.  For the most recent edition and for more information about the Quarterly Regulatory Policy Agenda, visit the Regulatory Policy Agenda page.

June 2026

Publication date: June 10, 2026

Current Priorities
#TitleDescriptionAgenda StageEstimated Timetable
1Account Documentation RequirementsProposal to amend Rule 4515 Supplementary Material .01 to address operational burdens.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
2Carrying AgreementsProposal to amend Rule 4311 governing carrying agreements to clarify application of the rule. Approved by Board; drafting Regulatory Notice to request commentPublish Regulatory Notice in Q2 2026
3Communications with the PublicModernize the rules governing communications with the public.Drafting Regulatory Notice to request commentPublish Regulatory Notice in Q2 2026 
4Financial Records and Reporting RequirementsProposal to amend Rule 4522 to broadly align with recent SEC staff no action letter.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
5Qualification Examination Waiting PeriodsProposal to revise the waiting periods under Rule 1210 for retaking a FINRA qualification examination.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
6ArbitrationConsider how to further evolve FINRA's arbitration rules, guidance and processes.Published Regulatory Notice 26-06; reviewing commentsQ3 2026 and following
7Arbitration: Replacement ArbitratorsProposal to provide additional options to parties when replacing arbitrators.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
8Best ExecutionModernize best execution guidance under Rule 5310.Drafting Regulatory Notice to request commentPublish Regulatory Notice in Q3 2026
9Continuing EducationProposal to modify aspects of the Regulatory Element of FINRA's continuing education programs.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
10Corporate FinancingProposal to amend Rules 5110, 5121 and 5123 to further facilitate capital formation and reduce unnecessary burdens impacting the capital raising process.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
11Extended Hours TradingProposal to amend Rule 6380A and Rule 6380B to further extend TRF operating hours to align with upcoming SIP expanded hours.Preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
12Reporting RequirementsGuidance regarding aspects of customer complaint reporting under Rule 4530.Consulted with Committees and Board; drafting Regulatory NoticePublish Regulatory Notice in Q3 2026
13ResearchStreamline rules consistent with applicable statutes.Consulted with Board; held Roundtable in January 2026; drafting Regulatory NoticePublish Regulatory Notice in Q3 2026
14Senior Investors and Fraud ProtectionProposal to further equip broker-dealers to protect customers (including seniors and vulnerable adults) from fraud and financial exploitation.Published Regulatory Notice 26-02; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
15Supervision: Branch Office/
Residential Supervisory Locations (Tranche 1)
Proposal to amend certain time periods and terminology to provide greater clarity.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
16Supervision:  Remote Inspections Pilot ProgramProposal to address the Pilot Program.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
17CEO CertificationModify annual deadline for CEO certification.Drafting proposalFile with the SEC in Q4 2026
18Same Quote RuleProposal to modernize requirements regarding displaying priced quotations in multiple quotation mediums.Upcoming consultation with Committees and Board; drafting proposalFile with the SEC in Q4 2026
19Cash Compensation ArrangementsProposal to amend Rule 2341 to remove the requirement to disclose cash compensation arrangements in connection with the sale of investment company securities.Upcoming consultation with Committees and Board; drafting proposal Q4 2026 and following
20Membership Application ProcessModernize the rules governing new and continuing membership applications and process; seek additional feedback.Upcoming consultation with Committees and Board; drafting proposalQ4 2026 and following
21Supervision: Branch Offices (Tranche 2)Modernize supervision rules, including with respect to branch offices.Preparing for discussion with interested personsQ4 2026 and following
22Account Transfer FraudConsider steps to deter fraud in the new account opening and account transfer processes.Held Roundtable in February 2026; under discussionQ1 2027 and following
23Electronic DeliveryProposal to facilitate default electronic delivery of information to customers under FINRA rules. Approved by Board; intend to move forward in tandem with SEC, if possibleTBD
Active Rule Filings

Once a proposed rule change is filed, the SEC generally has up to 240 days from the date of publication in the Federal Register to approve or disapprove the filing. Please visit FINRA Rule Filings for a comprehensive list of rule filings (from 1997 to the present) and Rule Filing Status Report for up-to-date information on rule filings currently pending with the SEC as well as rule filings approved by the SEC, filed with the SEC for immediate effectiveness, or withdrawn within the last six months.

Filing NumberTitle
SR-FINRA-2026-012Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 4321 (Allocations of Fail to Deliver Positions) and Amend FINRA Rule 4560 (Short-Interest Reporting)
SR-FINRA-2026-009Proposed Rule Change to Amend the FINRA Rule 6700 Series (Trade Reporting and Compliance Engine) (TRACE) to Expand the Scope of the Non-Member Affiliate—Principal Transaction Indicator to Also Include Member Affiliates
SR-FINRA-2026-007Proposed Rule Change to Exempt Specified Collective Trust Funds ("CTFs") from FINRA Rules 5130 (Restrictions on the Purchase and Sale of Initial Equity Public Offerings) and 5131(b) (New Issue Allocations and Distributions - Spinning)
SR-FINRA-2026-004Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 2210 (Communications with the Public)
SR-FINRA-2026-002Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 5110 (Corporate Financing Rule - Underwriting Terms and Arrangements) and 5123 (Private Placements of Securities)
SR-FINRA-2026-001Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 3290 (Outside Activities Requirements)
Rule Filings Approved By SEC or Filed for Immediate Effectiveness Within the Last 12 Months

Please visit FINRA Rule Filings for a comprehensive list of rule filings (from 1997 to the present) and Rule Filing Status Report for up-to-date information on rule filings currently pending with the SEC as well as rule filings approved by the SEC, filed with the SEC for immediate effectiveness, or withdrawn within the last six months.

* Implementation Date represents the date upon which members must begin complying with the terms of the rule filing.

Filing NumberTitleDate Approved or Filed for Immediate EffectivenessImplementation Date*
SR-FINRA-2026-011Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6897 (Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees) to Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Historical Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail2026-04-282026-04-28
SR-FINRA-2026-010Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6897 (Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees) to Establish Fees for Industry Members Related to Prospective Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail2026-04-282026-04-28
SR-FINRA-2026-008Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 8210 (Provision of Information and Testimony and Inspection and Copying of Books)2026-04-202026-05-26
SR-FINRA-2025-017Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 4210 (Margin Requirements) to Replace the Day Trading Margin Provisions with Intraday Margin Standards2026-04-14

2026-06-04

(Phase-in period through October 20, 2027)

SR-FINRA-2026-006Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6272 (Character of Quotations) to Modify the Operation of the Alternative Display Facility in Light of SEC Regulation NMS's New Requirements Related to the Dissemination of Odd-Lot Quotation Information2026-03-272026-04-27
SR-FINRA-2026-005Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 6380A and 6380B (Transaction Reporting)2026-02-252026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2025-003Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 3220 (Influencing or Rewarding Employees of Others)2026-02-122026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2025-005Proposed Rule Change to Amend the FINRA Capital Acquisition Broker Rules2026-02-102026-03-25
SR-FINRA-2026-003Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 7660B (FINRA/NYSE Trade Reporting Facility Fees for Non-Participants)2026-01-282026-02-01
SR-FINRA-2025-016Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6830 (Industry Member Data Reporting) Regarding the Bona Fide Market Making Exception under SEC Regulation SHO2025-12-122025-12-12
SR-FINRA-2025-015Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 5220, 5320, 6220, 6272, 6279, 6320A, 6320B, and 7620A to Conform to the New Definition of "Round Lot" Adopted by the Commission under Regulation NMS2025-12-032025-12-03
SR-FINRA-2025-014Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 7620B (FINRA/NYSE Trade Reporting Facility Reporting Fees)2025-11-262025-12-01
SR-FINRA-2025-008Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6730 (Transaction Reporting)2025-09-162026-06-08
SR-FINRA-2024-021Proposed Rule Change to Amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to Accelerate the Processing of Arbitration Proceedings for Parties Who Qualify Based on their Age or Health Condition2025-08-212026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2024-022Proposed Rule Change to Amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to Make Clarifying, Technical and Procedural Changes to the Arbitrator List Selection Process2025-08-202026-01-26
SR-FINRA-2025-013Proposed Rule Change to Require Use of an Office of Hearing Officers ("OHO") Portal2025-08-082025-10-07
SR-FINRA-2025-012Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6860 (Time Stamps)2025-07-162025-07-16
SR-FINRA-2025-011Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 6380A and 6380B (Transaction Reporting) to Extend the Trade Reporting Facilities Operating Hours2025-07-082026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2025-001Proposed Rule Change to Exempt Certain Business Development Companies from FINRA Rules 5130 and 51312025-06-262025-07-23
SR-FINRA-2025-002Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 6152 (Disclosure of Order Execution Information for NMS Stocks)2025-06-25FINRA will announce the effective date in a Regulatory Notice
SR-FINRA-2025-009Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6897 (Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees) to Establish Prospective CAT Fee 2025-2 for Industry Members Related to Prospective Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail2025-06-242025-06-24
Other Significant Regulatory Policy Measures Completed Within the Last 12 Months

This table highlights significant recent policy measures completed within the last 12 months other than rulemaking. Please visit FINRA's website for more comprehensive materials and other sources of guidance, including Key Topics, Notices, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Exemptive Letters, Interpretive Letters, Interpretations to the SEC's Financial and Operational Rules, Reports & Studies (which includes links to FINRA's Annual Regulatory Oversight Reports), Comment Letters Submitted by FINRA, and FINRA's Blogs and Podcasts (FINRA Unscripted).

PublicationTitleDescription
June 09, 2026Regulatory Notice 26-12

Guidance Regarding the Application of FINRA Rules in Relation to the SEC No-Action Letter on Personal Services Entities

Effective Date: November 17, 2025

May 19, 2026Regulatory Notice 26-11FINRA Announces Publication of Interpretations and Investor Education Materials Relating to New Intraday Margin Standards
May 2026Fingerprint Processing FAQ 42FINRA clarifies how members may request relief from the Exchange Act fingerprinting obligations for personnel in foreign jurisdictions where local laws restrict or prohibit the collection of fingerprints
May 2026Trade Reporting FAQ 101.14FINRA clarifies how members should report the price of a trade for a security based on the value of an asset that is not a fiat currency
March 23, 2026Regulatory Notice 26-09FINRA Enhances New Member Application (Form NMA)
February 06, 2026Regulatory Notice 26-03Reducing Burdens and Providing Guidance on the Use of Negative Consent for the Bulk Transfer or Assignment of Customers' Accounts
February 2026Rule 4522(b)(1) FAQIn tandem with SEC no-action relief, FINRA clarifies application of Rule 4522(b)(1) with respect to capital balance funds
January 14, 2026Trade Reporting Notice 1/14/26Upcoming Trade Reporting Enhancements for Fractional Share Transactions
December 29, 2025Regulatory Notice 25-19FINRA Amends Annual Reports Extension of Time Request Policy
December 22, 2025Rule 2210 FAQs A.1FINRA provides additional guidance on the application of the Communications with the Public Rule to the distribution of institutional communications
December 2025Rule 2310 FAQ 5FINRA clarifies the application of the Direct Participation Program (DPP) Rule to limited liability companies
October 10, 2025Regulatory Notice 25-13FINRA Enhances Its Systems to Facilitate Member Compliance With Form U4 Recordkeeping Requirements
October 07, 2025Regulatory Notice 25-12FINRA Announces Update of the Interpretations of Financial and Operational Rules
August 15, 2025Regulatory Notice 25-09FINRA Enhances Its Systems to Enable Members to Provide Associated Persons With Uniform Registration Form and Predispute Arbitration Information Through FinPro Gateway
August 2025Rule 4360 FAQFINRA clarifies the application of the Fidelity Bonds Rule to members whose sole business is equivalent to that of a Designated Market Maker and that do not conduct business with the public 
August 2025Rule 2310 FAQ 4FINRA clarifies the application of the Direct Participation Program (DPP) Rule to discretionary account transaction
July 28, 2025SEC Order Granting Temporary Exemptive Relief from Certain Aspects of Rule 10c-1aIn response to FINRA's request, the SEC granted exemptive relief to extend Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Rule 10c-1a compliance dates; compliance dates were further extended by the SEC's December 3, 2025 Exemptive Order
July 05, 2025Short List OptionFINRA enhances its current voluntary "Short List Option" program

February 2026

Publication date: February 25, 2026

Current Priorities
#TitleDescriptionAgenda StageEstimated Timetable
1ArbitrationConsider how to further evolve FINRA's arbitration rules, guidance and processes.Drafting Regulatory Notice to request commentPublish Regulatory Notice in Q1 2026
2Personal Services EntitiesGuidance regarding the payment of transaction-based compensation to personal services entities under SEC staff no action letter.Drafting Regulatory NoticePublish Regulatory Notice in Q1 2026
3Amendments to Account Documentation Requirements Proposal to amend Rule 4515 Supplementary Material .01 to address operational burdens.Consulted with Committees; upcoming consultation with Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
4Carrying AgreementsAmend Rule 4311 governing carrying agreements to clarify application of the rule.Approved by Board; drafting Regulatory Notice to request comment Publish Regulatory Notice in Q2 2026
5Collective Trust Fund Exemption from IPO RulesProposal to exempt collective trust funds from the new issue allocation prohibitions under FINRA's IPO rules (Rule 5130 and Rule 5131).Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
6Electronic DeliveryProposal to facilitate electronic delivery of information to customers under FINRA rules.Approved by Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
7Electronic Delivery of 8210 RequestsProposal to allow electronic delivery of information requests to member firms under Rule 8210.Consulted with Committees; upcoming consultation with Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
8Financial Records and Reporting RequirementsAmend Rule 4522 (Periodic Security Counts, Verifications and Comparisons) to broadly align with new SEC staff no action letter.Consulted with Committees; upcoming consultation with Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
9Form NMAEnhancements to Form NMA to update functionality and improve the overall user experience with the form, resulting in a more efficient application review process.Testing underway; drafting Regulatory Notice describing changesPublish Regulatory Notice in Q2 2026
10Qualification Examination Waiting PeriodsProposal to revise the waiting periods under Rule 1210 for retaking a FINRA qualification examination.Consulted with Committees; upcoming consultation with Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
11TRACE Principal Transaction IndicatorProposal to expand the availability of the TRACE principal transaction indicator under Rule 6730.Preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q2 2026
12Branch Office/Residential Supervisory Locations Amendments (Tranche 1)Proposal to amend certain time periods and terminology to provide greater clarity. Upcoming consultation with Committees and BoardFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
13Corporate Financing AmendmentsProposal to further facilitate capital formation and reduce unnecessary burdens impacting the capital raising process.Upcoming consultation with Committees and BoardFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
14Extended Hours TradingProposal to amend Rule 6380A and Rule 6380B to further extend TRF operating hours to 23 hours each business day, to align with upcoming SIP expanded hours.Drafting proposalFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
15Remote Inspections Pilot ProgramProposal to address the Pilot Program.Upcoming consultation with Committees and BoardFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
16Replacement ArbitratorsProposal to amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to provide additional options to parties when replacing arbitrators.Consulted with Advisory Committees; upcoming consultation with Board; preparing SEC filingFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
17ResearchStreamline rules consistent with applicable statutes.Upcoming Consultation with Committees and BoardPublish Regulatory Notice in Q3 2026
18Senior Investors and Fraud ProtectionProposal to further equip broker-dealers to protect customers (including seniors and vulnerable adults) from fraud and financial exploitation.Published Regulatory Notice 26-02; review comments and draft proposalFile with the SEC in Q3 2026
19Account Transfer FraudConsider steps to deter fraud in the new account opening process.Held Roundtable in February 2026; under discussionQ4 and following
20Communications with the PublicModernize the rules governing communications with the public.Under discussionQ4 and following
21Membership Application ProcessModernize the rules governing new and continuing membership applications and process; seek additional feedback.Under discussionQ4 and following
22SupervisionModernize supervision rules, including with respect to branch offices.Under discussionQ4 and following
Active Rule Filings

Please visit FINRA Rule Filings for a comprehensive list of rule filings (from 1997 to the present) and Rule Filing Status Report for up-to-date information on rule filings currently pending with the SEC as well as rule filings approved by the SEC, filed with the SEC for immediate effectiveness, or withdrawn within the last six months.

Filing NumberTitle
SR-FINRA-2026-004Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 2210 (Communications with the Public)
SR-FINRA-2026-002Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 5110 (Corporate Financing Rule - Underwriting Terms and Arrangements) and 5123 (Private Placements of Securities)
SR-FINRA-2026-001Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 3290 (Outside Activities Requirements)
SR-FINRA-2025-017Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 4210 (Margin Requirements) to Replace the Day Trading Margin Provisions with Intraday Margin Standards
Rule Filings Approved By SEC or Filed for Immediate Effectiveness Within the Last 12 Months

Please visit FINRA Rule Filings for a comprehensive list of rule filings (from 1997 to the present) and Rule Filing Status Report for up-to-date information on rule filings currently pending with the SEC as well as rule filings approved by the SEC, filed with the SEC for immediate effectiveness, or withdrawn within the last six months.

* Implementation Date represents the date upon which members must begin complying with the terms of the rule filing.

Filing NumberTitleDate Approved or Filed for Immediate EffectivenessImplementation Date*
SR-FINRA-2025-003Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 3220 (Influencing or Rewarding Employees of Others)2026-02-12FINRA will announce the effective date in a Regulatory Notice
SR-FINRA-2025-005Proposed Rule Change to Amend the FINRA Capital Acquisition Broker Rules2026-02-102026-03-25
SR-FINRA-2026-003Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 7660B (FINRA/NYSE Trade Reporting Facility Fees for Non-Participants)2026-01-282026-02-01
SR-FINRA-2025-016Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6830 (Industry Member Data Reporting) Regarding the Bona Fide Market Making Exception under SEC Regulation SHO2025-12-122025-12-12
SR-FINRA-2025-015Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 5220, 5320, 6220, 6272, 6279, 6320A, 6320B, and 7620A to Conform to the New Definition of "Round Lot" Adopted by the Commission under Regulation NMS2025-12-032025-12-03
SR-FINRA-2025-014Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 7620B (FINRA/NYSE Trade Reporting Facility Reporting Fees)2025-11-262025-12-01
SR-FINRA-2025-008Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6730 (Transaction Reporting)2025-09-162026-06-08
SR-FINRA-2024-021Proposed Rule Change to Amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to Accelerate the Processing of Arbitration Proceedings for Parties Who Qualify Based on their Age or Health Condition2025-08-212026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2024-022Proposed Rule Change to Amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to Make Clarifying, Technical and Procedural Changes to the Arbitrator List Selection Process2025-08-202026-01-26
SR-FINRA-2025-013Proposed Rule Change to Require Use of an Office of Hearing Officers ("OHO") Portal2025-08-082025-10-07
SR-FINRA-2025-012Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6860 (Time Stamps)2025-07-162025-07-16
SR-FINRA-2025-011Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rules 6380A and 6380B (Transaction Reporting) to Extend the Trade Reporting Facilities Operating Hours2025-07-082026-03-30
SR-FINRA-2025-001Proposed Rule Change to Exempt Certain Business Development Companies from FINRA Rules 5130 and 51312025-06-262025-07-23
SR-FINRA-2025-002Proposed Rule Change to Adopt FINRA Rule 6152 (Disclosure of Order Execution Information for NMS Stocks)2025-06-25FINRA will announce the effective date in a Regulatory Notice
SR-FINRA-2025-009Proposed Rule Change to Amend FINRA Rule 6897 (Consolidated Audit Trail Funding Fees) to Establish Prospective CAT Fee 2025-2 for Industry Members Related to Prospective Costs of the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail2025-06-242025-06-24
SR-FINRA-2025-007Proposed Rule Change to Modify the Implementation Schedule of Amendments to Section 7 of Schedule A to the FINRA By-Laws Adopted in SR-FINRA-2024-0192025-06-05

2025-06-05

2027-01-01

SR-FINRA-2025-006Proposed Rule Change Relating to the Effectiveness of Certain Immediately Effective FINRA Sanctions and Actions2025-06-042025-07-04
SR-FINRA-2025-004Proposed Rule Change to Stay the Effectiveness of Specified Expulsions and FINRA Actions2025-06-022025-06-02