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Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. has proposed a new rule to adopt fees for its new logical ports, which are linked to a new connectivity option on its equity options platform. These new logical ports, known as Unitized Logical Ports, provide a more consistent experience in trading by reducing the variability in how orders are processed. The proposal also includes new fees for members who exceed certain daily average limits for orders or quotes, aiming to encourage efficient use of the exchange's resources and prevent excessive activity that could disrupt systems. The changes are optional, with the goal of providing members with more trading flexibility.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is requesting public comments on extending the current information collection related to the monthly report on naturalization papers. This extension is proposed without any changes and is part of complying with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The form, used by court clerks, helps USCIS update records to show new citizens, audit naturalization certificates, and handle reimbursements to courts for naturalization-related expenses. The public is invited to comment on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden related to this data collection by March 15, 2021.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is extending the collection of information required for the Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status without changes. This petition allows victims of certain crimes and their immediate family members to apply for temporary nonimmigrant status, which may lead to permanent residency. The notice, published under 86 FR 3172, invites public comments until February 16, 2021, on the practicality, accuracy, and burden of the proposed information collection methods. The USCIS estimates significant public involvement with about 258,591 total annual hours of public burden associated with these collections.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting public comments on a new proposed information collection aimed at improving customer services. As required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the notice allows for 60 days of public input on the proposed data gathering effort. The information collection seeks to enhance the customer experience with government services, similar to private-sector standards, using a variety of methods such as surveys and interviews. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity of this data collection, its estimated burden, and suggestions for improving its effectiveness and minimizing its impact on respondents.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has published a notice about a proposed rule change by Cboe EDGA Exchange, Inc., intended to align their compliance rule regarding the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) with an exemption granted by the SEC. This rule change focuses on the reporting of allocation processes, where brokers perform allocations to client accounts, and the conditions under which certain brokers are exempt from this requirement. The new rules aim to reduce the reporting burden on brokers and streamline the process by making sure only brokers who have sufficient information report these allocations. Additionally, the exchange plans to add more details to allocation reports, like trade and settlement dates, to ensure comprehensive reporting that aids in regulatory oversight.

The Cboe Exchange, Inc. has proposed a rule change to align its compliance rules with an exemption granted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This exemption pertains to how industry members report allocation details when shares or contracts are distributed into different accounts. The updated rule will simplify reporting requirements for industry members who manage these allocations without impacting the regulatory utility of the reported data. The intent is to reduce burdens and costs for brokers by having the entity with the necessary information submit the allocation report.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a proposed rule change made by Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. (BZX) to adjust their compliance rules concerning the National Market System Plan Governing the Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT NMS Plan). This change aligns with a conditional exemption granted by the SEC, allowing an alternative method for reporting allocation details. The modifications redefine "Allocation" and "Allocation Report" to improve the accuracy and efficiency of data reporting by eliminating unnecessary reporting burdens on executing brokers who do not handle allocations. The rule change aims to ensure that only industry members with complete information about allocations are required to submit reports, thereby enhancing overall regulatory efficiency.

In a recent notice, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that the Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc. proposed changes to its rules to align with a conditional exemption granted by the SEC. These changes affect how the Exchange handles allocation reporting requirements in their Consolidated Audit Trail compliance rules. The revisions include redefining an "Allocation Report" and only requiring reports when shares or contracts are allocated to client accounts. This approach aims to reduce reporting burdens on brokers while ensuring regulators have the necessary information to monitor trade allocations.

Cboe EDGX Exchange, Inc. has proposed changes to its compliance rules to align with an exemption from certain allocation reporting requirements granted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This involves adjusting how the Exchange handles allocation reports by requiring brokers that perform allocations to client accounts to submit these reports. The goal is to simplify reporting obligations, reduce costs for brokers, and ensure that relevant trading data is efficiently reported without burdening brokers who don't perform allocations. The proposed changes aim to maintain regulatory effectiveness while making the process more practical for industry members.

The Investors Exchange LLC (IEX) has proposed a new rule to allow odd lot orders (orders for less than 100 shares) to be displayed and to aggregate them to form a protected quotation. This change aims to make odd lot orders visible, giving them higher execution priority and aligning IEX's rules with other securities exchanges. The proposal is considered non-controversial and does not foresee any significant impact on competition or investor protections. The rule intends to increase liquidity and enhance price discovery on the exchange, benefiting all market participants.