CFTC Office of the Chief Economist Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-02-20T16:59:54Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7488 CFTC Office of the Chief Economist Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Finance and Financial Sector. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/20/2026, 4:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7488

The bill with the designation H.R. 7488 in the 119th Congress, introduced on February 11, 2026, aims to establish an Office of the Chief Economist within the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7488

Bill HR 7488 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2026. Bill HR 7488 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2026. Bill HR 7488's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of February 11, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7488

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Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7488

CFTC Office of the Chief Economist Act of 2026

To create an Office of the Chief Economist at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

Comments

Brantley Strauss

748

1 month ago

I don't get why this bill is even a thing. It's like, who cares about this? It's just another way for the government to waste our money. How does this even benefit anyone? Who benefits from this bill anyway?

Amanda Lindsay

718

1 month ago

I don't like this new bill, it's gonna mess things up for me. Can't believe they're really going through with it. Just another headache to deal with. #politics #ugh