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SEC amends Enforcement Manual for the first time since 2017

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A summary of the key changes reflecting the policy shift, as well as important updates modernizing and standardizing aspects of SEC enforcement processes.    

For the first time since 2017, the SEC has updated its Enforcement Manual. Published on February 24, 2026, the 2026 Manual serves as the primary reference guide for the Division of Enforcement staff.

The 2026 Manual is not merely a housekeeping update; it reflects the significant enforcement shifts observed under the leadership of Chair

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