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SEC 2026 XBRL Taxonomies Update

Earlier this year, the SEC’s EDGAR system was upgraded to EDGAR Release 26.1 and now supports the 2026 XBRL taxonomies. Each 2026 taxonomy is compatible only with other 2026 taxonomies—meaning filers cannot mix and match 2026 taxonomies with 2025 versions in a single submission.

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SEC Proposes to Simplify the Public Company Filer Status Framework

The SEC proposed rule and form amendments intended to simplify the public company reporting framework and incentivize more companies to go and stay public.

Cancellation of June 2026 EDGAR Release

SEC staff has canceled EDGAR software release 26.2, which had previously been planned for June 15, 2026.

SEC 2026 XBRL Taxonomies Update

Earlier this year, the SEC’s EDGAR system was upgraded to EDGAR Release 26.1 and now supports the 2026 XBRL taxonomies. Each 2026 taxonomy is compatible only with other 2026 taxonomies—meaning filers cannot mix and match 2026 taxonomies with 2025 versions in a single submission.

EDGAR Release 26.1

The SEC announced changes to the EDGAR filing system starting March 16-18, 2026, aimed at improving accuracy, modernizing form filings, and adding new requirements for foreign private issuers.

Electronic Submission of Exchange Act Materials; FOCUS Report Amendments

The SEC adopted broad new rules requiring many filings under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to be submitted electronically through EDGAR, including the use of structured data when specified as well as a follow‑on final rule extending most of the compliance deadlines to give firms adequate time to build and test compliant technology.

SEC Announces Proposed Amendments to Form N-PORT Reporting; Extends Compliance Dates for Names Rule Reporting

The SEC recently announced two updates regarding Form N-PORT. First, the SEC announced on Feb. 20, 2026, that it is proposing amendments to reporting requirements on Form N-PORT that would apply some relief to certain registered investment companies, including registered open-end funds, registered closed-end funds, and certain exchange-traded funds.

SEC Shares Updated Guidance Regarding EDGAR File Size Limits

On Jan. 30, 2026, the EDGAR Business Office announced that updated guidance is available regarding file size limits. The guidance also includes information regarding how filers can ensure that their file size meets the EDGAR requirements.

ADA Accessible ADVs: What You Need to Know

Recently, some large financial institutions, including intermediaries, wrap sponsors, and broker-dealers that hire outside advisers for their clients, have specified that advisers who use their platforms need better, higher-level accessibility conformance on Part 2 of their Form ADV PDFs and on Form CRS. 

USPS Postmarking Adjustments and SEC Filings

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has recently made adjustments to its transportation operations that will result in some mailpieces not arriving at its originating processing facilities on the same day that they are mailed. 

SEC Announces EDGAR to Suspend Filings for Incorrect, Incomplete Structured Data in Filing Fee Exhibits

On February 6, 2026, the SEC announced that starting on March 16, 2026, EDGAR will suspend filings rather than issue warnings for incorrect or incomplete structured filing fee-related information for all filers, consistent with the Filing Fee Disclosure and Payment Methods Modernization Final Rule. 

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