Comment deadline on proposed SEC whistleblower program rules changes

The Securities and Exchange Commission (“Commission”) is proposing for public comment [83 FR 34702] several amendments to the Commission's rules implementing its whistleblower program. The proposed rules would make certain changes and clarifications to the existing rules, as well as several technical amendments. The Commission also included interpretive guidance concerning the terms “unreasonable delay” and “independent analysis.” Comments are due by September 18.