OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Research and Development Modernization Act of 2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6598.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The CFTC will research new technologies and their impact on markets, including cybersecurity and systemic risk.
- The Commission will develop educational materials for citizens, producers, and market users regarding regulations and new technologies.
- The CFTC gains new authority to collaborate with companies and accept non-monetary contributions (e.g., data access) for research, ensuring transparency and ethical guidelines.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Introduced.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-01.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.