The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking seeking comment on revisions to CFTC Regulations Parts 37, 38, and 39, as well as Sections 1.52 and 1.55. According to ChainCatcher, the comment period will remain open for 60 days after publication in the Federal Register.

The proposed changes are aimed at addressing potential conflicts of interest stemming from growing ties among regulated entities including derivatives clearing organizations, designated contract markets, swap execution facilities, futures commission merchants, and market makers. CFTC Chair Michael S. Selig said the rule would establish a principles-based regulatory framework for vertically integrated market structures while preserving market integrity and supporting innovation in the U.S. derivatives market.