Release Number 6817-14

January 3, 2014

CFTC Approves Request for Comment on Application of Commission Regulations to U.S. Activities of Non-U.S. Swap Dealers

Washington, DC — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Commission) today approved the issuance of a notice of request for public comment on a staff advisory regarding the applicability of certain Commission regulations to the activity in the United States of registered, non-U.S. swap dealers when entering into swaps with non-U.S. persons.

The Commission seeks comment on all aspects of the November 14, 2013 staff advisory 13-69 in view of the complex legal and policy issues involved. Comments must be received within 60 days after publication of the notice in the Federal Register.

Last Updated: January 3, 2014