# Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on Crypto Regulations

> Crypto use locks in regulations as SEC commissioner resigns.
- Title: Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on Crypto Regulations
- Summary: Crypto use locks in regulations as SEC commissioner resigns. Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce says cryptocurrency adoption under new rules will make…
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- Source: Pymnts — https://pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2026/outgoing-sec-commissioner-hester-peirce-says-crypto-use-will-lock-in-regulations
- Author: PYMNTS
- Published: 2026-09-29T19:41:59+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: hester peirce, sec, crypto regulations, clarity act, regent university, securities law, business, finance
## Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce
Outgoing Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Hester Peirce says cryptocurrency use under new rules will lock in regulations.
## Resignation Timeline
Peirce resigned from SEC with effective date of Oct 2, 2026, seven days after her Sept 25 X post.
## Clarity Act Status
The Clarity Act failed to advance in the Senate as Peirce prepares to leave the SEC.
## Regulatory Framework
Peirce believes using cryptocurrency products under rules will make regulations more durable and harder to remove.
## New Role at Regent University
Peirce will teach securities law and writing at Regent University School of Law starting November 2026.
## Resignation Letter
Peirce thanked President Trump for the SEC opportunity and noted the U.S. commitment to liberty.
## Key takeaway

Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce says cryptocurrency adoption under new rules will make regulations more durable and harder to remove.