SEC shares 3 goals in proposed 2026–2030 strategic plan

The SEC is accepting comments through July 2 on its draft strategic plan for 2026–2030.

According to a news release, the proposed plan features three goals:

• Renew regulatory policy focus to support innovation, capital formation, market efficiency, and investor protection;

• Shift regulatory practices to increase stakeholder engagement, facilitate compliance efforts of market participants, and effectively return enforcement approach to Congress’ original intent; and

• Optimize operational efficiency by enhancing organizational structure, modernizing technology, reforming employee performance management, and implementing robust internal performance reporting that incorporates accountability for resources and program success.

Comments can be submitted via the SEC’s comment form or by emailing rule-comments@sec.gov.

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