Proposed Rule Change to Amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to Accelerate the Processing of Arbitration Proceedings for Parties Who Qualify Based on their Age or Health Condition

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (“FINRA”) is filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC” or “Commission”) a proposed rule change to amend the Codes of Arbitration Procedure to add new FINRA Rules 12808 and 13808 (Accelerated Processing) to accelerate the processing of arbitration proceedings for parties who qualify based on their age or health condition.