Self-Regulatory Organizations; BATS Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change to Make Certain Changes Consistent With the Upcoming Implementation of the Market Access Rule, 44067-44069 [2011-18503]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 141 / Friday, July 22, 2011 / Notices as the Commission may designate, it has become effective pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act 17 and Rule 19b– 4(f)(6) thereunder.18 A proposed rule change filed under 19b–4(f)(6) normally may not become operative prior to 30 days after the date of filing.19 However, Rule 19b– 4(f)(6)(iii) 20 permits the Commission to designate a shorter time if such action is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest. The Exchange has asked the Commission to waive the 30-day operative delay so that the proposal may become operative immediately upon filing. The Exchange notes that waiving the 30-day operative delay will allow Arca Securities to comply with Rule 15c3–5 under the Act by July 14, 2011; 21 the compliance date for Rule 15c3–5. For this reason, the Commission believes that waiving the 30-day operative delay is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest, and designates the proposed rule change to be operative upon filing with the Commission.22 At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed rule change, the Commission summarily may temporarily suspend such rule change if it appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or appropriate in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or otherwise in furtherance of the purposes of the Act. IV. Solicitation of Comments Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposed rule change is consistent with the Act. Comments may be submitted by any of the following methods: Electronic Comments • Use the Commission’s Internet comment form (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml); or • Send an e-mail to rulecomments@sec.gov. Please include File 17 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A). CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6). 19 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6)(iii). In addition, Rule 19b–4(f)(6)(iii) requires that a self-regulatory organization submit to the Commission written notice of its intent to file the proposed rule change, along with a brief description and text of the proposed rule change, at least five business days prior to the date of filing of the proposed rule change, or such shorter time as designated by the Commission. The Exchange has satisfied this requirement. 20 Id. 21 17 CFR 240.15c3–5. 22 For purposes only of waiving the 30-day operative delay, the Commission has considered the proposed rule’s impact on efficiency, competition, and capital formation. See 15 U.S.C. 78c(f). mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 18 17 VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:59 Jul 21, 2011 Jkt 223001 44067 Number SR–NYSEAmex–2011–52 on the subject line. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Paper Comments [Release No. 34–64910; File No. SR–BATS– 2011–021] • Send paper comments in triplicate to Elizabeth M. Murphy, Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549–1090. All submissions should refer to File Number SR–NYSEAmex–2011–52. This file number should be included on the subject line if e-mail is used. To help the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently, please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on the Commission’s Internet Web site (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to the proposed rule change between the Commission and any person, other than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for Web site viewing and printing in the Commission’s Public Reference Section, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549–1090. Copies of the filing will also be available for inspection and copying at the NYSE Amex’s principal office and on its Internet Web site at https:// www.nyse.com. All comments received will be posted without change; the Commission does not edit personal identifying information from submissions. You should submit only information that you wish to make available publicly. All submissions should refer to File Number SR– NYSEAmex–2011–52 and should be submitted on or before August 12, 2011. For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets, pursuant to delegated authority.23 Elizabeth M. Murphy, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–18500 Filed 7–21–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8011–01–P PO 00000 Self-Regulatory Organizations; BATS Exchange, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change to Make Certain Changes Consistent With the Upcoming Implementation of the Market Access Rule July 18, 2011. Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the ‘‘Act’’),1 and Rule 19b–4 thereunder,2 notice is hereby given that on July 12, 2011, BATS Exchange, Inc. (‘‘BATS’’ or the ‘‘Exchange’’) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (‘‘Commission’’) the proposed rule change as described in Items I and II below, which Items have been prepared by the Exchange. The Exchange has designated this proposal as a ‘‘noncontroversial’’ proposed rule change pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act 3 and Rule 19b–4(f)(6)(iii) thereunder,4 which renders it effective upon filing with the Commission. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit comments on the proposed rule change from interested persons. I. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Terms of Substance of the Proposed Rule Change The Exchange proposes to amend BATS Rules 11.13 and 21.9 to make certain changes consistent with the upcoming implementation of the adoption of Rule 15c3–5 under the Act (the ‘‘Market Access Rule’’).5 The text of the proposed rule change is available at the Exchange’s Web site at https://www.batstrading.com, at the principal office of the Exchange, and at the Commission’s Public Reference Room. II. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Purpose of, and Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change In its filing with the Commission, the Exchange included statements concerning the purpose of and basis for the proposed rule change and discussed any comments it received on the proposed rule change. The text of these statements may be examined at the places specified in Item IV below. The 1 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1). CFR 240.19b–4. 3 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A). 4 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6)(iii). 5 17 CFR 240.15c3–5. 2 17 23 17 CFR 200.30–3(a)(12). Frm 00087 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\FR\FM\22JYN1.SGM 22JYN1 44068 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 141 / Friday, July 22, 2011 / Notices Exchange has prepared summaries, set forth in Sections A, B, and C below, of the most significant parts of such statements. (A) Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Purpose of, and Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES 1. Purpose On November 3, 2010, the Commission adopted the Market Access Rule,6 pursuant to which, among other things, broker-dealers providing market access are required to implement certain pre-order entry checks in order to manage the financial, regulatory, and other risks associated with providing its customers with market access. In anticipation of the upcoming July 14, 2011 compliance date for the Market Access Rule, the Exchange is proposing to amend BATS Rules 11.13 and 21.9 to describe the manner in which the Exchange’s affiliated routing brokerdealer, BATS Trading, Inc. (‘‘BATS Trading’’) will handle routable orders consistent with the Market Access Rule. In order to comply with the Market Access Rule, BATS Trading proposes to implement, certain tests, on both an order-by-order basis and over a short period of time, that are designed to limit the financial exposure that could arise as a result of market access and to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements that are applicable in connection with market access. Consistent with the requirements of the Market Access Rule, these tests are designed to reject orders that BATS Trading deems to be erroneous or duplicative, would cause the entering Member’s credit exposure to exceed a preset credit threshold, or are noncompliant with applicable pre-trade regulatory requirements (as defined in the Market Access Rule). To the extent BATS Trading determines, based on its procedures, that an order should be rejected, BATS Trading may also seek to cancel orders that have already been routed away. 2. Statutory Basis The Exchange believes that its proposal is consistent with the requirements of the Act and the rules and regulations thereunder that are applicable to a national securities exchange, and, in particular, with the requirements of Section 6(b) of the Act.7 In particular, the proposed change is consistent with Section 6(b)(5) of the 6 See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 63241 (November 3, 2010), 75 FR 69792 (November 15, 2010). 7 15 U.S.C. 78f(b). VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:59 Jul 21, 2011 Jkt 223001 Act,8 because it would promote just and equitable principles of trade, and, in general, protect investors and the public interest. The proposed rule is consistent with the requirements of the Act because the change is necessary for the Exchange’s affiliated broker-dealer, BATS Trading, to comply with the Market Access Rule. The Exchange also believes that the proposed changes will benefit Members of the Exchange because it provides clarity on the procedures employed by BATS Trading consistent with the Market Access Rule. (B) Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement on Burden on Competition The Exchange does not believe that the proposed rule change imposes any burden on competition. (C) Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement on Comments on the Proposed Rule Change Received From Members, Participants or Others No written comments were solicited or received. III. Date of Effectiveness of the Proposed Rule Changes and Timing for Commission Action Because the foregoing proposed rule change does not: (i) Significantly affect the protection of investors or the public interest; (ii) impose any significant burden on competition; and (iii) become operative for 30 days from the date on which it was filed, or such shorter time as the Commission may designate, it has become effective pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act 9 and Rule 19b– 4(f)(6) thereunder.10 A proposed rule change filed under 19b–4(f)(6) normally may not become operative prior to 30 days after the date of filing.11 However, Rule 19b– 4(f)(6)(iii) 12 permits the Commission to designate a shorter time if such action is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest. The Exchange has asked the Commission to waive the 30-day operative delay so that the proposal may become operative immediately upon filing. The Exchange notes that waiving the 30-day operative delay will allow BATS Trading to U.S.C. 78f(b)(5). U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A). 10 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6). 11 17 CFR 240.19b–4(f)(6)(iii). In addition, Rule 19b–4(f)(6)(iii) requires that a self-regulatory organization submit to the Commission written notice of its intent to file the proposed rule change, along with a brief description and text of the proposed rule change, at least five business days prior to the date of filing of the proposed rule change, or such shorter time as designated by the Commission. The Exchange has satisfied this requirement. 12 Id. PO 00000 8 15 9 15 Frm 00088 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 comply with Rule 15c3–5 under the Act by July 14, 2011; 13 the compliance date for Rule 15c3–5. For this reason, the Commission believes that waiving the 30-day operative delay is consistent with the protection of investors and the public interest, and designates the proposed rule change to be operative upon filing with the Commission.14 At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed rule change, the Commission summarily may temporarily suspend such rule change if it appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or appropriate in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or otherwise in furtherance of the purposes of the Act. IV. Solicitation of Comments Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views and arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposal is consistent with the Act. Comments may be submitted by any of the following methods: Electronic Comments • Use the Commission’s Internet comment form (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml); or • Send an e-mail to rulecomments@sec.gov. Please include File No. SR–BATS–2011–021 on the subject line. Paper Comments • Send paper comments in triplicate to Elizabeth M. Murphy, Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549–1090. All submissions should refer to File No. SR–BATS–2011–021. This file number should be included on the subject line if e-mail is used. To help the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently, please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on the Commission’s Internet Web site (https://www.sec.gov/ rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to the proposed rule changes between the Commission and any person, other than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be 13 17 CFR 240.15c3–5. purposes only of waiving the 30-day operative delay, the Commission has considered the proposed rule’s impact on efficiency, competition, and capital formation. See 15 U.S.C. 78c(f). 14 For E:\FR\FM\22JYN1.SGM 22JYN1 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 141 / Friday, July 22, 2011 / Notices available for Web site viewing and printing in the Commission’s Public Reference Room, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549 on official business days between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Copies of such filing will also be available for inspection and copying at the principal office of the Exchange. All comments received will be posted without change; the Commission does not edit personal identifying information from submissions. You should submit only information that you wish to make available publicly. All submissions should refer to File No. SR–BATS– 2011–021 and should be submitted on or before August 12, 2011. For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets, pursuant to delegated authority.15 Elizabeth M. Murphy, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2011–18503 Filed 7–21–11; 8:45 am] SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION [Release No. 34–64907; File No. SR– NYSEAmex–2011–53] Self-Regulatory Organizations; NYSE Amex LLC; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change Amending NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY To Make Changes Necessary To Allow Its Routing Broker To Operate Consistent With the Requirements of Rule 15c3–5 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 18, 2011. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) 1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the ‘‘Act’’) 2 and Rule 19b–4 thereunder,3 notice is hereby given that July 13, 2011, NYSE Amex LLC (‘‘NYSE Amex’’ or the ‘‘Exchange’’) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the ‘‘Commission’’) the proposed rule change as described in Items I and II below, which Items have been prepared by the self-regulatory organization. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit comments on the proposed rule change from interested persons. I. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Terms of Substance of the Proposed Rule Change The Exchange proposes to amend NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY to make changes necessary to allow its CFR 200.30–3(a)(12). U.S.C. 78s(b)(1). 2 15 U.S.C. 78a. 3 17 CFR 240.19b–4. 1 15 VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:59 Jul 21, 2011 Jkt 223001 II. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Purpose of, and Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change In its filing with the Commission, the self-regulatory organization included statements concerning the purpose of, and basis for, the proposed rule change and discussed any comments it received on the proposed rule change. The text of those statements may be examined at the places specified in Item IV below. The Exchange has prepared summaries, set forth in sections A, B, and C below, of the most significant parts of such statements. A. Self-Regulatory Organization’s Statement of the Purpose of, and the Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change BILLING CODE 8011–01–P 15 17 Routing Broker to operate consistent with the requirements of Rule 15c3–5 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (‘‘Act’’).4 The text of the proposed rule change is available at the Exchange, the Commission’s Public Reference Room, and https://www.nyse.com. 1. Purpose The Exchange proposes to amend NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY to permit its Routing Broker to operate consistent with the requirements of SEC Rule 15c3–5.5 Specifically, the proposed rule change would allow the Routing Broker, in its sole discretion, to reject orders pursuant to risk management controls and supervisory procedures maintained by the Routing Broker pursuant to SEC Rule 15c3–5. The Exchange is proposing substantially similar rule changes for its equities market, and the Exchange’s affiliates, New York Stock Exchange LLC (‘‘NYSE’’) and NYSE Arca, Inc. (‘‘NYSE Arca’’), also are proposing substantially similar rule changes.6 Archipelago Securities LLC (‘‘Arca Securities’’) currently is the primary outbound Routing Broker for the Exchange. The outbound routing function for the Exchange is governed by NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY. NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY(a)(1) currently provides that the Routing Broker cannot change the terms of an CFR 240.15c3–5. Amex Options Rule 900.2NY(69) defines ‘‘Routing Broker’’ as ‘‘the broker-dealer affiliate of NYSE Amex, LLC and/or any other non-affiliate third-party broker-dealer that acts as a facility of the Exchange for routing orders entered into the NYSE Amex System of ATP Holders and Sponsored Participants to other Market Centers for execution whenever such routing is required by NYSE Amex Rules.’’ 6 See SR–NYSEAmex–2011–52, SR–NYSE–2011– 34, SR–NYSEArca–2011–49 (equities), and SR– NYSEArca–2011–50 (options). PO 00000 4 17 5 NYSE Frm 00089 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 44069 order or the routing instructions, nor can it exercise any discretion about where to route an order. On November 3, 2010, the Commission adopted SEC Rule 15c3–5,7 pursuant to which, among other things, broker-dealers providing market access are required to implement certain preorder entry checks in order to manage the financial, regulatory, and other risks associated with providing their customers with market access. In anticipation of the upcoming July 14, 2011 compliance date for SEC Rule 15c3–5, the Exchange is proposing to amend NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY to describe the manner in which the Routing Broker will handle routable orders consistent with SEC Rule 15c3– 5.8 Specifically, the Exchange proposes to adopt NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY(a)(1)(B) to provide that, in the Routing Broker’s sole discretion, pursuant to risk management controls and supervisory procedures maintained by the Routing Broker pursuant to SEC Rule 15c3–5, the Routing Broker may reject any order or series of orders as necessary to manage the financial, regulatory, and other risks of the Routing Brokers(s) providing ‘‘market access,’’ as that term is defined in SEC Rule 15c3–5(a)(1).9 The Routing Broker’s policies and procedures for compliance with SEC Rule 15c3–5 will address two circumstances: (1) When the Routing Broker routes orders on behalf of the Exchange for the purpose of accessing other trading centers with protected quotations in compliance with Rule 611 of Regulation NMS under the Act 10 for ‘‘NMS stocks’’ (as that term is defined in Rule 600 of Regulation NMS),11 or in compliance with a national market system plan for listed options (‘‘exempt orders’’); and (2) when the Routing Broker routes orders on behalf of the Exchange for any other purpose, including pursuant to the terms of an order type adopted by the Exchange or pursuant to a routing strategy through which the Routing Broker routes orders to market centers that are not posting ‘‘protected 7 See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 63241 (November 3, 2010), 75 FR 69792 (November 15, 2010) (File No. S7–03–10). 8 The Commission extended the compliance date to November 30, 2011 for all of the requirements for fixed income securities and the requirements of SEC Rule 15c3–5(c)(1)(i) for all securities. See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 64748 (June 27, 2011), 76 FR 38293 (June 30, 2011) (File No. S7– 03–10). 9 The existing text of NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY(a)(1) would be renumbered as NYSE Amex Options Rule 993NY(a)(1)(A). 10 17 CFR 242.611. 11 17 CFR 242.600(47). E:\FR\FM\22JYN1.SGM 22JYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 141 (Friday, July 22, 2011)]
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[Release No. 34-64910; File No. SR-BATS-2011-021]

Self-Regulatory Organizations; BATS Exchange, Inc.; Notice of
Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Change to Make
Certain Changes Consistent With the Upcoming Implementation of the
Market Access Rule

July 18, 2011.
Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(the ``Act''),\1\ and Rule 19b-4 thereunder,\2\ notice is hereby given
that on July 12, 2011, BATS Exchange, Inc. (``BATS'' or the
``Exchange'') filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(``Commission'') the proposed rule change as described in Items I and
II below, which Items have been prepared by the Exchange. The Exchange
has designated this proposal as a ``non-controversial'' proposed rule
change pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act \3\ and Rule 19b-
4(f)(6)(iii) thereunder,\4\ which renders it effective upon filing with
the Commission. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit
comments on the proposed rule change from interested persons.
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\1\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1).
\2\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4.
\3\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A).
\4\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4(f)(6)(iii).
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I. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Terms of Substance
of the Proposed Rule Change

The Exchange proposes to amend BATS Rules 11.13 and 21.9 to make
certain changes consistent with the upcoming implementation of the
adoption of Rule 15c3-5 under the Act (the ``Market Access Rule'').\5\
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\5\ 17 CFR 240.15c3-5.
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The text of the proposed rule change is available at the Exchange's
Web site at https://www.batstrading.com, at the principal office of the
Exchange, and at the Commission's Public Reference Room.

II. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

In its filing with the Commission, the Exchange included statements
concerning the purpose of and basis for the proposed rule change and
discussed any comments it received on the proposed rule change. The
text of these statements may be examined at the places specified in
Item IV below. The

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Exchange has prepared summaries, set forth in Sections A, B, and C
below, of the most significant parts of such statements.

(A) Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

1. Purpose
On November 3, 2010, the Commission adopted the Market Access
Rule,\6\ pursuant to which, among other things, broker-dealers
providing market access are required to implement certain pre-order
entry checks in order to manage the financial, regulatory, and other
risks associated with providing its customers with market access. In
anticipation of the upcoming July 14, 2011 compliance date for the
Market Access Rule, the Exchange is proposing to amend BATS Rules 11.13
and 21.9 to describe the manner in which the Exchange's affiliated
routing broker-dealer, BATS Trading, Inc. (``BATS Trading'') will
handle routable orders consistent with the Market Access Rule.
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\6\ See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 63241 (November 3,
2010), 75 FR 69792 (November 15, 2010).
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In order to comply with the Market Access Rule, BATS Trading
proposes to implement, certain tests, on both an order-by-order basis
and over a short period of time, that are designed to limit the
financial exposure that could arise as a result of market access and to
ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements that are applicable
in connection with market access. Consistent with the requirements of
the Market Access Rule, these tests are designed to reject orders that
BATS Trading deems to be erroneous or duplicative, would cause the
entering Member's credit exposure to exceed a preset credit threshold,
or are non-compliant with applicable pre-trade regulatory requirements
(as defined in the Market Access Rule). To the extent BATS Trading
determines, based on its procedures, that an order should be rejected,
BATS Trading may also seek to cancel orders that have already been
routed away.
2. Statutory Basis
The Exchange believes that its proposal is consistent with the
requirements of the Act and the rules and regulations thereunder that
are applicable to a national securities exchange, and, in particular,
with the requirements of Section 6(b) of the Act.\7\ In particular, the
proposed change is consistent with Section 6(b)(5) of the Act,\8\
because it would promote just and equitable principles of trade, and,
in general, protect investors and the public interest. The proposed
rule is consistent with the requirements of the Act because the change
is necessary for the Exchange's affiliated broker-dealer, BATS Trading,
to comply with the Market Access Rule. The Exchange also believes that
the proposed changes will benefit Members of the Exchange because it
provides clarity on the procedures employed by BATS Trading consistent
with the Market Access Rule.
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\7\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b).
\8\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b)(5).
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(B) Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Burden on Competition

The Exchange does not believe that the proposed rule change imposes
any burden on competition.

(C) Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Comments on the
Proposed Rule Change Received From Members, Participants or Others

No written comments were solicited or received.

III. Date of Effectiveness of the Proposed Rule Changes and Timing for
Commission Action

Because the foregoing proposed rule change does not: (i)
Significantly affect the protection of investors or the public
interest; (ii) impose any significant burden on competition; and (iii)
become operative for 30 days from the date on which it was filed, or
such shorter time as the Commission may designate, it has become
effective pursuant to Section 19(b)(3)(A) of the Act \9\ and Rule 19b-
4(f)(6) thereunder.\10\
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\9\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(3)(A).
\10\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4(f)(6).
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A proposed rule change filed under 19b-4(f)(6) normally may not
become operative prior to 30 days after the date of filing.\11\
However, Rule 19b-4(f)(6)(iii) \12\ permits the Commission to designate
a shorter time if such action is consistent with the protection of
investors and the public interest. The Exchange has asked the
Commission to waive the 30-day operative delay so that the proposal may
become operative immediately upon filing. The Exchange notes that
waiving the 30-day operative delay will allow BATS Trading to comply
with Rule 15c3-5 under the Act by July 14, 2011; \13\ the compliance
date for Rule 15c3-5. For this reason, the Commission believes that
waiving the 30-day operative delay is consistent with the protection of
investors and the public interest, and designates the proposed rule
change to be operative upon filing with the Commission.\14\
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\11\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4(f)(6)(iii). In addition, Rule 19b-
4(f)(6)(iii) requires that a self-regulatory organization submit to
the Commission written notice of its intent to file the proposed
rule change, along with a brief description and text of the proposed
rule change, at least five business days prior to the date of filing
of the proposed rule change, or such shorter time as designated by
the Commission. The Exchange has satisfied this requirement.
\12\ Id.
\13\ 17 CFR 240.15c3-5.
\14\ For purposes only of waiving the 30-day operative delay,
the Commission has considered the proposed rule's impact on
efficiency, competition, and capital formation. See 15 U.S.C.
78c(f).
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At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed rule
change, the Commission summarily may temporarily suspend such rule
change if it appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or
appropriate in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or
otherwise in furtherance of the purposes of the Act.

IV. Solicitation of Comments

Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views and
arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposal is
consistent with the Act. Comments may be submitted by any of the
following methods:

Electronic Comments

Use the Commission's Internet comment form (https://www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml); or
Send an e-mail to rule-comments@sec.gov. Please include
File No. SR-BATS-2011-021 on the subject line.

Paper Comments

Send paper comments in triplicate to Elizabeth M. Murphy,
Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE.,
Washington, DC 20549-1090.

All submissions should refer to File No. SR-BATS-2011-021. This file
number should be included on the subject line if e-mail is used. To
help the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently,
please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on
the Commission's Internet Web site (https://www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all
written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are
filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to
the proposed rule changes between the Commission and any person, other
than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the
provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be

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available for Web site viewing and printing in the Commission's Public
Reference Room, 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC 20549 on official
business days between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Copies of such
filing will also be available for inspection and copying at the
principal office of the Exchange. All comments received will be posted
without change; the Commission does not edit personal identifying
information from submissions. You should submit only information that
you wish to make available publicly. All submissions should refer to
File No. SR-BATS-2011-021 and should be submitted on or before August
12, 2011.

For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets,
pursuant to delegated authority.\15\
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\15\ 17 CFR 200.30-3(a)(12).
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Elizabeth M. Murphy,
Secretary.
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