📈2025 Civil Monetary Penalty Adjustments
Annual Adjustment of Civil Monetary Penalties To Reflect Inflation-2025
Summary
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (Commission) is amending its rule that governs the maximum amount of civil monetary penalties imposed under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), to adjust for inflation. This rule sets forth the maximum, inflation-adjusted dollar amount for civil monetary penalties (CMPs) assessable for violations of the CEA and Commission rules, regulations and orders thereunder. The rule, as amended, implements the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended.
Agencies
- Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Business Impact
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The text outlines the annual adjustment of civil monetary penalties (CMPs) applicable to businesses, specifically those regulated under the Commodity Exchange Act. This increase in penalties, effective January 24, 2025, can significantly impact compliance costs for businesses, emphasizing the need for regulation adherence to avoid heightened financial liabilities.