On the recordMarch 9, 2009
Any new systemic risk authority should rely on the information assessments and supervisor and regulatory programs of existing financial supervisors and regulators whenever possible.
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congress.govAny new systemic risk authority should rely on the information assessments and supervisor and regulatory programs of existing financial supervisors and regulators whenever possible.
Bernanke emphasizes the importance of utilizing existing regulatory information for new risk authorities.
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