Application of the KCBT for Designation as a Contract Market in Western Natural Gas Index Futures Contracts

Resumen

The Kansas City Board of Trade (KCBT or Exchange) has applied for designation as a contract market in western natural gas index futures contracts. The proposal was submitted under the Commission's 45-day Fast Track procedures. The Acting Director of the Division of Economic Analysis (Division) of the Commission, acting pursuant to the authority delegated by Commission Regulation 140.96, has determined that publication of the proposal for comment is in the public interest, will assist the Commission in considering the views of interested persons, and is consistent with the purpose of the Commodity Exchange Act.