SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announced that the Securities and Exchange Commission will publish a "Reg Crypto" proposal soon, after it receives a White House signoff. Speaking at Vanderbilt University on April 6, 2026, Atkins revealed that the commission's new regulation crypto framework is currently in front of the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, meaning it's one step away from being published. This proposal will specifically address startup exemptions and fundraising questions, providing much-needed clarity for the crypto industry. Atkins also urged attendees at the crypto event to engage with the 2026 midterm election to "make sure your friends are in Congress," highlighting the political importance of maintaining crypto-friendly legislators.