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What is the defining characteristic of a depository institution according to section 19(b) of the Federal Reserve Act?

  • It is required to operate in multiple states.
  • It is exclusively a non-profit organization.
  • It can only be part of the Federal Reserve System.
  • It must hold deposits of money from individuals or entities. (correct)

According to the provisions outlined, what must each Reserve Bank do?

  • Establish their own independent operating regulations.
  • Receive and handle items based on centralized guidelines. (correct)
  • Only manage the accounts of member banks.
  • Create new monetary policies separate from the Federal Reserve Act.

Which of the following definitions pertains specifically to a member bank as stated in section 1 of the Federal Reserve Act?

  • A bank that offers investment services only to corporations.
  • A lender that specializes in personal loans and consumer credit.
  • A financial institution that exclusively deals with international trade.
  • A bank that is part of the Federal Reserve System and must maintain certain reserves. (correct)

What role does a clearing institution play according to the provided definitions?

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What is required for a Reserve Bank to govern its handling of items?

<p>Issuance of operating circulars. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as an account in the context of a Federal Reserve Bank?

<p>An account on the books of a Federal Reserve Bank. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a subaccount from a regular account?

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In the context of federal regulation, what does the term 'Reserve Bank' refer to?

<p>A central banking institution that manages monetary policy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the funds transfers through the Fedwire Funds Service?

<p>To facilitate real-time gross settlement of payments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a 'payment order' in this context?

<p>An instruction to transfer funds between accounts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for funds to be considered collectible by a Reserve Bank?

<p>They must be in funds acceptable to the Reserve Bank. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a returned check signify in banking terms?

<p>A cash item returned by a paying bank (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes an 'item' as defined in the content?

<p>A negotiable instrument or promise to pay money (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of 'agreement of sender' is critical for funds transfer?

<p>It specifies the identification number necessary for the transaction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Regulation CC, what is the significance of a notice of nonpayment?

<p>It is a notification regarding a returned check (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the regulatory background of the Fedwire Funds Service?

<p>It has undergone multiple amendments since its inception. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What implies that an item is payable in a Federal Reserve District?

<p>It can be sent to a Reserve Bank for forward collection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which regions are classified under the Second Federal Reserve District for the purposes of this context?

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What aspect of the Fedwire Funds Service is shared with the concept of returned checks?

<p>Both relate to the handling of cash items (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for an item to be 'negotiable'?

<p>It can be transferred to another party by endorsement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What condition must be met for a Reserve Bank to make the proceeds available for use by the sender?

<p>The sender must have an acceptable payment arrangement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would typically NOT be considered a returned check?

<p>A check that has been processed successfully (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what specific circumstance can a Reserve Bank recover from its sender?

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What aspect of liability is explicitly stated about the Reserve Bank?

<p>The Reserve Bank does not have any liability unless specified. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action does a Reserve Bank not take regarding legal proceedings?

<p>The Reserve Bank is not responsible for defending actions before using the recovery method. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens once the time for commencing actions against the Reserve Bank has expired?

<p>The proceeds are made available for the sender's use. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'clock hour' refer to in the provided definitions?

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What does 'clock half-hour' indicate?

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Which of the following best describes the item referred to as 'cash'?

<p>An item that does not include a returned check (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the essence of a 'check' as defined in the content?

<p>A check or electronic equivalent sent for payment or collection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly outlines the function of a bank's routing number in reference to checks?

<p>It denotes the bank to which the check is sent for processing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'electronic check' refer to?

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Which of the following options is least likely to be considered part of the cash definition?

<p>A rejected or returned check (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly states the time format of a 'clock half-hour'?

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Who is deemed to have handled an item sent to a Reserve Bank for collection first?

<p>The initial sender (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following entities is authorized to handle the item sent to a Reserve Bank?

<p>The item sender's Administrative Reserve Bank (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the event of handling an item, which party is responsible for making accounting entries related to the settlement?

<p>Any Reserve Bank that handles settlement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the authority granted when handling items sent to a Reserve Bank?

<p>The Administrative Reserve Bank has the authority to handle the item. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary condition for the handling of items sent to a Reserve Bank?

<p>It must comply with Reserve Banks' operating circulars. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the initial sender's Administrative Reserve Bank play in the handling of the item?

<p>It accepts the deposit of the item from the sender. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which party is involved last in the order of handling an item sent to a Reserve Bank for collection?

<p>The collecting bank (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must the sender provide for their Administrative Reserve Bank to handle the item?

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Flashcards

Subaccount

A record of a subset of transactions that affect an account, but is not a distinct account.

Account (Federal Reserve Bank)

A record of financial activity held by a Federal Reserve Bank.

Payment Order

An instruction to transfer funds between accounts, processed through the Fedwire Funds Service.

Receiving Bank

The bank receiving funds in a transfer.

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Sender

The bank initiating a funds transfer.

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Fedwire Funds Service

A type of funds transfer system operated by the Federal Reserve.

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Agreement of Sender

Agreement outlining the responsibilities of a sender in a funds transfer.

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Agreement of Receiving Bank

Agreement outlining the responsibilities of a receiving bank in a funds transfer.

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Returned Check

An item that is returned by the paying bank, including electronic checks, notices of nonpayment, etc. It signals that the payment was not successful.

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Item

An instruction or promise to pay money, regardless of whether it's negotiable or not.

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Federal Reserve District

A geographical area within which a Federal Reserve Bank operates. For example, District 1.

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Cash

Refers to money in the form of currency or coins.

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Check

A written order directing a bank to pay a specific amount of money from a person's account to another person or entity.

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Electronic Check

"Check" also includes electronic checks, which are digital versions of traditional checks.

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Clock Hour

A specific time on the hour, such as 1:00, 2:00, etc.

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Clock Half-Hour

A specific time on the half hour, such as 1:30, 2:30, etc.

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Routing Number

A specific number used to identify a bank for processing payments or transfers.

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MICR Line

This refers to the Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) line printed on a check, which contains information about the bank and account numbers.

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Electronic Item

A specific piece of information that is sent for payment or collection, such as a check.

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Reserve Bank

An organization that receives and processes financial transactions, including funds transfers, for banks and other financial institutions.

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Member Bank

A financial institution that is a member of the Federal Reserve System.

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Depository Institution

Any financial institution that accepts deposits and makes loans, including banks, credit unions, and savings associations.

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Clearing Institution

A financial institution that facilitates the clearing and settlement of payments, often for other financial institutions.

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Operating Circulars

A set of rules that govern how the Reserve Bank handles financial transactions, including funds transfers.

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Reserve Bank Liability

A Reserve Bank can be held accountable for its actions in a funds transfer but only within certain limitations. This means a Reserve Bank isn't liable for everything that happens during a transfer, only for its own mistakes or failures.

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Reserve Bank & Sender Defense Responsibility

A Reserve Bank is not liable for defending any lawsuit against a sender using its funds transfer services, even if the sender is ultimately held responsible for the transfer.

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Reserve Bank Funds Recovery

A Reserve Bank can recover funds from a sender if the sender fails to pay for a transfer. This means the Reserve Bank can get its money back if the sender doesn't fulfill their financial obligations.

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Conditions for Reserve Bank Funds Recovery

The specific conditions under which a Reserve Bank can recover funds from a sender who has not paid for a transfer. These conditions include specific circumstances related to the transfer and the timing of actions.

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Reserve Bank Rights and Responsibilities

The Reserve Bank is not responsible for defending a sender in a lawsuit arising from a funds transfer, but it can recover funds from the sender if they fail to pay for the transfer.

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Initial Sender

The bank that initiates a payment to another bank. It's like the starting point of a money transfer.

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Administrative Reserve Bank

The Federal Reserve Bank responsible for overseeing the initial sender's financial activities. Think of it as the local Fed office for the bank.

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Handling of Items

The sequence of banks involved in handling a payment, starting with the initial sender and ending with the receiving bank.

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Collecting Bank

A bank designated by the initial sender to handle the item and make necessary accounting entries. It ensures payment is successful.

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Authorization

A written authorization that allows the initial sender's Administrative Reserve Bank to handle a specific item. It's like a permission slip.

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Warranty

The initial sender guarantees the accuracy and authority of the payment instruction. They vouch for the legitimacy of the transfer.

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Study Notes

Federal Reserve System Regulations

  • Federal Reserve System (FRS) is responsible for the collection of checks and other items, and the handling of returned checks.
  • Regulation J governs the collection of checks and other items, plus handling of returned checks by FRS member banks. It also includes rules for settling balances.
  • Account: An account on the books of a Federal Reserve Bank. Subaccounts are part of an account but not a separate account.
  • Actually and finally collected funds: Final, irrevocable cash and other payment forms.
  • Administrative Reserve Bank: The Reserve Bank in a bank's local district, whether it is a member or not.
  • Bank: Any financially active entity involved in the business of banking.
  • Bank draft: A check written by one bank to another.
  • Banking day: The bank's operating hours to the public.
  • Cash item: Check that is not classified as a noncash item, and which is collectible at its face value. Excludes returned checks.
  • Check: Checks, electronic checks.
  • Clock hour/half-hour: A time that falls on the hour, or half-hour respectively.
  • Fedwire Funds Service: A fund transfer system administered by the FRS, used for transmitting and settling payment orders.
  • Item: An instrument or promise to pay money, whether negotiable or not. Must be payable within a FRS district and collectible in the funds accepted by the local Reserve Bank. Includes both cash and non-cash items; excludes payment orders.
  • Noncash item: Item that requires special handling by the Reserve Bank that receives it.
  • Nonbank payor: Item's payor, aside from a bank.
  • Paying bank: The bank that is the payor on an item.
  • Sender: Entity that sends an item to a Reserve Bank.
  • Returned check: A cash item returned by the issuing bank, including electronic returned checks or non-payment notices.
  • State: Includes a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or any of its territories.
  • Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): A legal framework governing business transactions.

Sending Items to Reserve Banks

  • Sender's Administrative Reserve Bank: Can direct any sender (other than a Reserve Bank) to send an item to a specific Reserve Bank.
  • Item handling: Initial sender, Administrative Reserve Bank, Receiving Reserve Bank (if different), and Secondary Reserve Banks. This order determines relationships and rights/obligations of parties.
  • Cash items: Received at face value by Reserve Banks.
  • Foreign Items: Reserve Banks may handle items payable outside their district, according to local operating circulars.

Sender's Agreement; Recovery by Reserve Bank

  • Sender's agreement: Includes warranties, indemnities, and authorizations made by the sender when sending an item, affecting the sender's bank and any collecting bank.
  • Liability to Reserve Bank: Sender warrants authority, states that the item hasn't been altered, and confirms all prior endorsements.
  • Recovery by Reserve Bank: Reserve Banks can recover losses or expenses from a sender whose warranties were false. Includes legal fees and actions brought against them or tendered on the bank's behalf.
  • Methods of recovery: Reserve Bank can charge the sender's account.

Status, Warranties, and Liability of Reserve Bank

  • Agent/subagent status: Reserve Banks act as agents or subagents relating to items they handle until final payment is made.
  • Limitations on liability: Reserve Banks are not liable except in cases of bad faith or negligence, and for those covered by operating circulars or parts of Regulation CC.
  • Routing designations: Reserve Bank may use routing numbers or similar identifiers.
  • Warranties: Reserve Banks warrant their ability to enforce an item, its un-altered status, and that it bears all prior endorsements.
  • Substitute check representation: Liability as stated and subject to the conditions and limitations of Regulation CC subpart D and Section 229.34.

Presenting Items for Payment

  • Presentment: A Reserve Bank or a succeeding collector can present an item for payment.
  • Place of presentment: Can be at the request of the paying bank, as specified in Regulation CC or a special collection agreement, or by a Clearing House.
  • Direct presentment: Can be made to the payor bank directly, in certain circumstances with nonbank payor.

Other sections

  • Sections covering: Presenting noncash items, Settlement and payment, Schedule and availability of credits, Availability of proceeds of noncash items, Return of cash items/returned checks, Unpaid items, Extension of time limits, and Direct presentment of certain warrants.
  • These sections cover various aspects of processing and settling payments, including timeframes and handling procedures.

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