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Regulation of Cryptocurrency Markets and Investor Protection by the CFTC

This act establishes federal oversight for digital commodity markets, requiring exchanges and brokers to register to ensure the safety of your investments. It mandates that customer funds be kept separate from company assets and creates a dedicated advocate to assist retail investors with complaints.
Key points
Crypto exchanges and brokers must register and follow strict rules to prevent fraud and manipulation.
Your digital assets must be held separately from the exchange's own funds to protect them during bankruptcy.
A new Retail Advocate office is created to help individual investors resolve issues with crypto companies.
Clear disclosures regarding risks and conflicts of interest are now required before you trade.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3755
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Process start date: 2026-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3755.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Crypto exchanges and brokers must register and follow strict rules to prevent fraud and manipulation.
  • Your digital assets must be held separately from the exchange's own funds to protect them during bankruptcy.
  • A new Retail Advocate office is created to help individual investors resolve issues with crypto companies.
  • Clear disclosures regarding risks and conflicts of interest are now required before you trade.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 312.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-06.

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.

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