FINRA proposed extending the expiration date of FINRA Rule 0180 (Application of Rules to Security-Based Swaps) to February 12, 2019. The rule limits the application of FINRA rules to security-based swaps (i.e., maintains the status quo).

FINRA filed the proposed extension for immediate effectiveness. The exemption was previously set to expire on February 12, 2018.

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