Federal Register #2026-20262

SEC Final Rule Revising Commission Quorum Requirements

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a final rule revising the Commission’s quorum requirements in 17 CFR part 200. - Government buyer: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Commission; no specific sub-agency or office is identified. - Rule change: Three commissioners generally constitute a quorum. If fewer than three commissioners are in office, those serving constitute a quorum. For a particular matter, one or two commissioners who are not disqualified may constitute a quorum when disqualifications prevent others from participating. - Stated purpose: Promote flexibility and finality in agency rulemaking. - Procurement status: This is a regulatory action, not a procurement opportunity. No OEMs, vendors, products, services, quantities, or part numbers are identified.

Description

The Securities and Exchange Commission is amending its rules concerning when a quorum of the Commission is present. Three commissioners generally continue to constitute a quorum, with exceptions when fewer than three commissioners are in office or when disqualifications leave only one or two commissioners available for a particular matter. The amendments are intended to promote flexibility and finality of agency rulemaking. The final rule is effective October 2, 2026.

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