§ 1320.13 - Council determination regarding systemic importance.

§ 1320.13 Council determination regarding systemic importance.

(a) Designation determination. The Council shall designate a financial market utility if the Council determines that the financial market utility is, or is likely to become, systemically important.

(b) Rescission determination. The Council shall rescind a designation of systemic importance for a designated financial market utility if the Council determines that the financial market utility no longer meets the standards for systemic importance.

(c) Vote required. Any determination under paragraph (a) or (b) of this section and any proposed determination under § 1320.12 shall -

(1) Be made by the Council and must not be delegated by the Council; and

(2) Require the vote of not fewer than two-thirds of the members of the Council then serving, including the affirmative vote of the Chairperson of the Council.

(d) Consultations. Before making any determination under paragraph (a) or (b) of this section or any proposed determination under § 1320.12, the Council shall consult with the relevant Supervisory Agency and the Board of Governors.