A joint statement regarding SAR confidentiality was issued on September 2, 2026 by FinCEN and other agencies.
What changed
Clarifies how institutions should handle SAR communications with customers.
Compliance perspective
Businesses must ensure their employee training reflects these confidentiality standards.
Key date
Effective date: September 2, 2026.
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