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Watch SEC Jul 28, 2026

SEC proposes default electronic delivery of disclosures

An Orrick InfoBytes item dated July 24, 2026 reports that the SEC proposed a rule allowing electronic delivery of disclosures by default. Comments were reported due September 21, 2026.

An Orrick InfoBytes item dated July 24, 2026 reports that the SEC proposed a rule allowing electronic delivery of disclosures by default. Comments were reported due September 21, 2026.

What changed

The SEC proposed a new delivery framework that would permit default electronic delivery of disclosures.

Compliance perspective

Financial firms should evaluate consent practices, delivery tracking, notice templates, retention, and exception handling if they rely on paper disclosures today. The proposal could reduce paper delivery burdens if adopted.

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