An SEC final rule requiring that resource extraction issuers "disclose payments made to the U.S. federal government or foreign governments for the commercial development of oil, natural gas, or minerals" was published in the Federal Register.

The Cabinet Regulatory Tracker is a list of effective dates and comment deadlines.

An Indonesian paper products manufacturer settled potential civil liability for apparent violations of the North Korea Sanctions Regulations.

The SEC adopted amendments to "simplify, harmonize, and improve certain aspects of the exempt offering framework." The amendments expand the availability of exemptions in order to "promote capital formation while preserving or enhancing important investor protections."