Staff of the Division of Market Oversight (DMO) are issuing this advisory to remind designated contract markets (DCMs) of their regulatory obligations under the Commodity Exchange Act (“Act”) and Part 40 of the Commission’s regulations when submitting self-certifications for market-maker, liquidity, trading, or incentive programs under CFTC regulations 40.5 and 40.6. This advisory outlines staff expectations regarding both procedural and substantive content for submissions made pursuant to Rule 40.5 and 40.6, including amendments or changes to such programs, and submission procedures.