Legislation – DIGIT INFO

Congress reaches deal on housing bill with CBDC ban until 2030

DIGIT — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:11:33 +0000

The US could soon temporarily ban a central bank digital currency, as House and Senate leaders came to a deal on a housing bill inclusive of a ban.

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Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Distinguish Securities and Commodities in the Crypto Market

DIGIT — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:20:30 +0000

U.S. Reps. Tom Emmer (R-MN) and Darren Soto (D-FL) reintroduced the bipartisan Securities Clarity Act on Tuesday to establish regulatory distinctions between securities and commodities in the digital asset sector, aiming to resolve long-standing legal ambiguities. Securities Clarity Act Aims to Resolve Crypto Regulatory Uncertainty The bill seeks to clarify jurisdictional boundaries for regulators and […]

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Congress Launches a Crypto Caucus—Is This the Start of a Policy Revolution?

DIGIT — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 17:30:35 +0000

U.S. lawmakers have launched the Congressional Crypto Caucus, a coalition aiming to shape digital asset policy and defend blockchain innovation as demand for crypto-friendly legislation rises. US Lawmakers Establish Congressional Crypto Caucus Congressman Ritchie Torres and House Majority Whip Tom Emmer have announced the launch of the Congressional Crypto Caucus, a bipartisan group aimed at […]

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Arkansas lawmakers float bill to ban crypto mining near military facilities

DIGIT — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 04:10:21 +0000

The bill restricts crypto mining within a 30-mile radius of military bases, camps, hospitals, clinics and arsenals.

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Texas kicks off 89th legislative session with new strategic Bitcoin reserve bill

DIGIT — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 03:17:35 +0000

If passed and signed into law, “it would make Texas the first state to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve,” says Senator Charles Schwertner.

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Crypto advocate Tom Emmer named vice chair of crypto and AI subcommittee

DIGIT — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 02:53:18 +0000

“With Gary Gensler confined to the waste bin of Washington, we have an excellent opportunity to ensure that the future of digital assets is guided by Americans,” said Emmer.

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Trump’s inauguration nears, but crypto promises could ‘take some time’ — NYDIG

DIGIT — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 03:12:28 +0000

Donald Trump’s inauguration is just a week away, but key crypto legislation may take a bit longer to come into effect, cautioned NYDIG.

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Oklahoma senator introduces Bitcoin Freedom Act for BTC payments

DIGIT — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 03:28:54 +0000

“If Washington D.C. can ruin something, it likely will. And it is certainly ruining the US Dollar,” said Senator Deevers after introducing the bill.

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CFTC chair says agency is ‘handcuffed’ as crypto regulations stall: Report

DIGIT — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:06:00 +0000

CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam hopes a new Congress and president can accelerate crypto regulations.

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JPMorgan: We Are Bullish on Digital Assets Into 2025

DIGIT — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 01:30:29 +0000

Global investment bank JPMorgan is bullish on cryptocurrency into 2025, driven by regulatory shifts and geopolitical tensions. Analysts suggest a Donald Trump re-election as the U.S. president could propel BTC higher, reinforcing the “debasement trade” as investors seek refuge in digital assets. With major liquidations behind and institutional support increasing, JPMorgan sees strong momentum for […]

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