Bill · H.R. 6598· House(119-HR-6598)
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Research and Development Modernization Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 12/10/2025
- Last activity
- 1/13/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.
- Sponsored by
- Austin Scott
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission Research and Development Modernization Act of 2025 aims to update the Commission's authority regarding research, development, and information programs. This bill allows the Commission to establish programs to understand emerging technologies and their impact on markets, including risks related to cybersecurity and data security. It enables the Commission to work with developers to evaluate technological effects and adapt its administration accordingly. Additionally, the bill authorizes the creation of educational materials for the public and market users. The Commission is granted authority to enter into certain transactions and accept non-monetary contributions to facilitate these programs. Finally, the Act includes requirements for research plans, specific conditions for transactions, and mandatory annual reporting to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this put more money into scientific research?+5
The bill authorizes new research, development, and demonstration programs specifically focused on emerging technologies and their market effects.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+4
The bill directs the Commission to research technological advances and their implications for cybersecurity and data security.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+3
The bill enhances the Commission's ability to understand emerging technological risks and systemic risks in regulated markets.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Market Understanding: The Commission will establish programs to help understand emerging technologies, technological advances, and innovations, including their effects on transactions and markets (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Enhanced Security Oversight: Programs will help the Commission understand implications for cybersecurity, data security, and systemic risk (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Market Adaptation: The Commission can identify areas to adapt its administration of the Act in light of technological advances to benefit the markets under its jurisdiction (Section 2(a)(3)).
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Increased Public Information: The bill directs the development of educational and informational materials for producers, market-users, and the general public regarding regulated activities, products, and emerging technologies (Section 2(a)(4)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Limited Oversight of Non-Monetary Contributions: While there are conditions, the Commission is authorized to accept non-monetary contributions such as access, use of facilities, personal property, or services (Section 2(d)(4)).
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Potential for Unfavorable Appearances: The bill notes that the Commission must avoid situations where accepting contributions would reflect unfavorably on its ability to carry out duties in a fair and objective manner or give the appearance of an endorsement (Section 2(d)(2)(B)(iv)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+4
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2
- 1/13/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.
- 12/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Kristen McDonald RivetDemocrat · Michigan