Commodity Futures Trading Commission

About the agency
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is an independent agency that regulates futures and option markets.

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Requester suggestions, tips and guidance

 * All FOIA Requests for the CFTC must be submitted in writing. The address is included on the agency’s website.
 * Systems of Records Notices (SORNs) are a great way to familiarize yourself with an agency's records systems so you can learn what databases and other record systems may house the documents you are looking for. Here is a link to CFTC's SORN.

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