Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act
On April 5, 2012, the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act was signed into law by President Barack Obama. The Act requires the SEC to write rules and issue studies on capital formation, disclosure and registration requirements.
Cost-effective access to capital for companies of all sizes plays a critical role in our national economy, and companies seeking access to capital should not be hindered by unnecessary or overly burdensome regulations. We look forward to hearing the public's views as we write rules that both facilitate capital formation and promote investor protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Emerging Growth Companies (Title I)
- Research Analysts and Underwriters
August 22, 2012 - General Applicability of Title I
May 3, 2012 - Confidential Submission Process for Emerging Growth Companies
April 10, 2012
Crowdfunding (Title III)
- Crowdfunding Intermediaries
May 7, 2012 - Notice: Use of the Crowdfunding Exemption
April 23, 2012
Exchange Act Registration and Deregistration (Titles V–VI)
- Changes to Registration and Deregistration Requirements
April 11, 2012
Information for Investors
- Report to Congress on Decimalization
(As Required by Section 106)
July 20, 2012 - "Outline of Dodd-Frank Act and JOBS Act"
Speech by Lori Schock, Director, Office of Investor Education and Advocacy
June 9, 2012
Draft Registration Statements
- Submit draft registration statements for confidential/non-public review.
Coming Soon
This page will be updated with information on JOBS Act outreach and resources for investors, companies and intermediaries.
Public Comments