Ripple Clarity Act: SEC Vote Could Set Crypto Rulemaking in Motion on August 14

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August 13, 2026

In Ripple CLARITY Act news, the SEC is scheduled to vote on August 14, 2026, on whether to publish a proposal known as Regulation Crypto for public comment. The proposal would create a bespoke offering regime under the Securities Act for investment contracts involving the offer of crypto assets, replacing staff guidance and policy statements with more permanent regulations.

The vote would begin a formal rulemaking process if commissioners approve publication. A proposal released for comment would not itself be a final rule; the SEC would still need to gather public input, revise the proposal as appropriate, and bring a final rule back to the commission for consideration.