Tag: jurisdiction

CFTC Sues Kentucky Over Jurisdiction in Contract Market Dispute

23 Jun 2026 4:14 p.m.

The CFTC has sued Kentucky to block state efforts to shut down federally registered contract markets. The lawsuit asserts the CFTC's exclusive jurisdiction, aiming to prevent state laws from interfering with federal regulation of these financial entities.

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CFTC Sues Rhode Island to Protect Federal Jurisdiction Over Contract Markets

28 May 2026 1:49 p.m.

The CFTC has sued to block Rhode Island from applying state gambling laws to federally registered contract markets. This intervention in federal court aims to preserve the Commission's jurisdiction over these financial instruments, preventing state-level interference.

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