We are the nation's central bank, committed to fostering a sound financial system and a healthy economy. Our public service mission is to strengthen the economy and our communities by fostering the stability, integrity, and efficiency of our nation's monetary, financial, and payments systems.

The Federal Reserve System includes 12 independent regional Reserve Banks, located across the United States, as well as the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in Washington, DC.

To learn more about the Federal Reserve System, visit The Fed Explained.

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