APEX Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 22, 2021)
Aluminum Pricing Examination Act or the APEX Act
This bill extends the jurisdiction of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to include the markets for aluminum premiums. Specifically, the CFTC has jurisdiction over (1) the process and manner in which reference prices for such premiums are set or reported, and (2) whether the mechanism for setting such reference prices is fair and transparent.
Additionally, the CFTC must consult with the Department of Justice regarding relevant information, including allegations of anticompetitive conduct.
What just happenedJul 22, 2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateJul 22, 2021
- Jul 22, 2021IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee - Jul 22, 2021IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate