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H.R. 7488 · 119th Congress

CFTC Office of the Chief Economist Act of 2026

IntroducedFinance and Financial Sector
IntroducedFeb 11, 2026
Passed HouseNot yet
Passed SenateNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Mar 20, 2026: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

What it does

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What has happened

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  1. Mar 20, 2026Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.House committee actions
  2. Feb 11, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.House floor actions
  3. Feb 11, 2026Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress
  4. Feb 11, 2026Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Cosponsors

  • Michael Lawler R-NY-17
  • April McClain Delaney D-MD-6