The New York Stock Exchange LLC proposed a rule change to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This rule change aims to prohibit member organizations from seeking reimbursement from issuers for sending proxy and other materials to certain beneficial owners who received shares for free or at a reduced price through a broker's promotion. The proposal was initially published in the Federal Register on December 18, 2020. The SEC has decided to extend the period for reviewing this proposal to March 18, 2021, in order to allow more time to consider the feedback received and make an informed decision.
Simple Explanation
The New York Stock Exchange wants to make a new rule that stops some companies from getting money back from giving out important papers about their stocks. The people in charge need a bit more time to think about it and decide if it’s a good idea by March.