Welcome to the latest edition of Fenwick’s Securities Law Update. This issue contains updates and important reminders on the following topics:
- The SEC released a series of Compliance & Disclosure Interpretations (CDIs) updates.
- The New York legislature passed the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (CCDAA) and is now awaiting action by the governor.
- Beginning March 16, 2026, EDGAR generally will suspend filings rather than issue warnings for incorrect or incomplete structured filing fee-related information for all filers.
- Three companies have been sued over their decision to exclude a shareholder proposal from their 2026 proxy materials.
- SEC Chair Paul Atkins elaborated on his proposed SEC disclosure reforms.
- Vanguard released updated proxy voting guidelines amid organizational restructuring.
- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) released its annual compliance letter providing guidance on regulatory updates, compliance obligations and key reminders for listed companies.