Current Regulatory Requirements
Following the 2010 reforms, in July 2014, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to adopt another round of regulatory changes for money market funds. These reforms impose significant structural changes across the industry, particularly on money market funds used by institutional investors. This section focuses on the regulatory requirements that came out of the reforms and includes resources to assist members implement the new rules.
Additional Regulatory Resources
Money Market Fund Reform Implementation Resource Center
As Money Market Fund Investors Adjust, Funds Have Managed Flows
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s new rules for money market funds, which must be fully...
For Money Market Funds, Massive Preparation Has Paid Off in Smooth Transition
First in a series on money market funds. By October 14, the money market fund industry must fully...
Focus on Funds: ICI Response to SEC Vote on Money Market Fund Regulation
In the July 25, 2014, edition of Focus on Funds, ICI President and CEO Paul Schott Stevens comments...
ICI Responds to SEC Final Rule on Money Market Funds
ICI President and CEO Paul Schott Stevens made the following statement about the new rules for money...
ICI Comment Letter on SEC Staff Analyses Related to Money Market Fund Reform (pdf)
Related Memos
November 3, 2020
Memo #32890
SEC's New Rule on Funds' Use of Derivatives: Summary of Fund Board Responsibilities
[32890] November 3, 2020 TO: ICI Members Investment Company Directors SUBJECTS: Alternative Investments Compliance Derivatives Disclosure Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) Financial Stability Fund Governance Recordkeeping Risk Oversight RE: SEC's New Rule on Funds'...