Subject: File No. SR-NSCC-2021-801
From: Scott Stephens
Affiliation: Professional Accountanr

April 9, 2021

To whom it may concern,

The proposed companion amendment to DTC-003 is an absolutely crucial one. It holds person(s) accountable for their actions in this volatile economic climate and will immeasurably help public trust and sentiment towards the SEC and US stock market.

Best regards

Scott Stephens