diff --git a/xep-0161.xml b/xep-0161.xml
index fcfe1f71..99167d48 100644
--- a/xep-0161.xml
+++ b/xep-0161.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>This document specifies an XMPP protocol extension for reporting abusive XMPP stanzas.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0161</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>