CFTC Extends Collection on Interpretative and Exemption Letter Requests
Published Date: 2/17/2026
Notice
Summary
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) wants to keep collecting info about requests for special letters that explain or change rules. This affects businesses and people who ask for these letters, and the public can comment until April 20, 2026. No big changes or costs are expected, just a smooth extension to keep things running.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Estimated 1,760 Annual Burden Hours
If you submit a request for an interpretative, no-action, or exemptive letter to the CFTC, the agency estimates 44 respondents per year and about 40 hours per respondent, for a total of 1,760 annual burden hours. This covers preparing, filing, updating requests, complying with conditions, and requests for confidential treatment.
Requests Are Voluntary — Not Mandatory
The information collection is voluntary: it only applies to parties who choose to request staff action under 17 CFR 140.99. If you do not request an interpretative, no-action, or exemptive letter, you are not required to complete this collection.
No Capital or Ongoing Costs Reported
The CFTC states there are no capital costs or operating and maintenance costs associated with this information collection. You should not need to buy equipment or incur ongoing fees to comply with the collection as described.
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