Opportunity
Federal Register #813-00425
SEC Notice: Franklin Resources, Inc. Application for Exemption (Non-Procurement)
Buyer
Securities and Exchange Commission
Posted
June 11, 2026
Identifier
813-00425
This notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) addresses an application by Franklin Resources, Inc. for exemption under the Investment Company Act of 1940. - Government Buyer: - Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - No products, part numbers, or quantities are referenced - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The notice concerns a regulatory exemption for certain employee benefit entities associated with Franklin Resources, Inc. and its affiliates - The SEC is inviting public comments and requests for hearings regarding the application - No procurement of goods or services is involved
Description
This notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission relates to an application filed by Franklin Resources, Inc. The application requests an order to exempt certain limited partnerships, limited liability companies, corporations, business or statutory trusts, or other entities formed for the benefit of eligible employees of Franklin Resources, Inc. and its affiliates from certain provisions of the Investment Company Act of 1940. The application and its amendments were filed between August 11, 2025, and June 3, 2026. The notice invites interested persons to submit comments and requests for hearings regarding the application.