2018-08-13 | 2018-17335The Commodity Futures Trading Commission proposes amendments to establish a regulatory framework for exempting non-U.S. clearing organizations from registration as derivatives clearing organizations. This proposal codifies existing policies to grant exemptions when foreign entities are subject to comparable, comprehensive supervision consistent with the Principles for Financial Market Infrastructures. The rulemaking also updates definitions and delegation provisions to enhance transparency for applicants seeking to clear swaps.