In connection with CME Group’s merger with NYMEX Holdings, several rule changes will become effective on Monday, August 25, 2008, pending final approval by the Exchange on Friday, August 22, 2008. Generally, NYMEX Chapter 9 (Clearing Rules) will be revised to conform to CME Group governance and operating standards. The complete text of the revised NYMEX Rules including the amendments to NYMEX Chapter 9 (“Clearing Rules”) are available on www.nymex.com. Additionally, attached are the proposed amendments to CME and CBOT Rules 802 (“Protection of Clearing House”).