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H.R. 5515 (97th)

A bill to impose a moratorium on the establishment of markets in futures and options based on stock indices.

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10 February 1982

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For Further Action See H.R.6156.

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Summary

Prohibits any Federal regulatory agency, between February 1 and August 1, 1982, from granting or continuing any designation, permit, registration, or other authorization required for the establishment of any market in sales contracts or options for future delivery of a group or index of securities (futures trading). Makes it unlawful during such period for any person to enter into a futures contract or to purchase or sell an option on such a contract. Prohibits Federal pre-emption of State gambling laws in the regulation of futures trading during such period.

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