The SEC website includes a page devoted to the SEC’s efforts in implementing applicable portions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (as discussed in the July 28, 2010 Alert). The Dodd-Frank webpage includes information on the timing of upcoming rulemaking and SEC action to date. The webpage also includes overviews of rulemaking required under the Act in the following areas:
- Derivatives
- Clearing and settlement
- Asset-backed securities
- Advisers to hedge funds and other private funds
- Whistleblower program
- Corporate governance issues, including executive compensation disclosure and related SRO rules
- Municipal securities
- Credit rating agencies
- Specialized corporate disclosure