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Action requiredOCCOct 22, 2026

OCC Bulletin 2026-51: GENIUS Act: Waivers and Application Submission Guidance

Bulletin 2026-51 provides guidance on waivers and application submissions related to the GENIUS Act.

Bulletin 2026-51 provides guidance on waivers and application submissions related to the GENIUS Act.

What changed

Clarified processes for applications and potential waivers under the new regulatory regime.

Compliance perspective

Businesses must review their application processes to align with this guidance.

Key date

Effective date: October 21, 2026.

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