No-Action Letter

/ˌnoʊˈækʃən ˈlɛtər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A written statement from a regulatory authority indicating that it will not recommend enforcement action against a party for a specific activity based on the facts presented.
    The company requested a no-action letter to confirm compliance with securities regulations before proceeding.

Forms

  • no-action letter
  • no-action letters

Commentary

No-action letters provide regulatory clarity without formal rulemaking and are often used in securities and financial regulation contexts.

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