Rule 17a-3, which took effect in 1940,
requires registered broker-dealers to make certain records. Rule
17a-3(a)(16) defines internal broker-dealer systems and requires
such systems to make records including daily trading summaries of
trading activities, identity of parties involved and securities
traded. The rule serves to standardize business practice. These
records are essential to regulatory investigations and are
important for the protection of investors.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.