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US lawmakers form working group between House and Senate to draft bills for crypto, stablecoins

U.S. lawmakers are forming a working group to create a regulatory framework for digital assets and stablecoins, with key bipartisan efforts already underway in both the House and Senate.

theblock.co • 04/02/2025 - 20:32 PM

Ex-CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo, in running to become first 'Crypto Czar', says crypto 'considerable priority' for Trump

“Crypto Dad” Chris Giancarlo is a serious contender to become the first-ever U.S. “Crypto Czar,” a new position President-elect Donald Trump is considering implementing. The former CFTC Chairman says the SEC’s inability to create a clear crypto policy has dramatically set back industry development.

theblock.co • 27/11/2024 - 22:50 PM

Sen. John Thune to lead the Senate as majority leader following moves to back crypto legislation

Sen. John Thune, a pro-crypto Republican from South Dakota, has been elected Senate Majority Leader and supported significant crypto legislation like DCCPA and the repeal of SAB 121.

theblock.co • 13/11/2024 - 18:54 PM

US lawmakers spark optimism on crypto bills gaining traction after election season is over

House Financial Services Committee Chair Patrick McHenry said Tuesday he thinks his bill could gain momentum during the lame-duck session. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., also said she believes legislation can be pushed through during the lame-duck session.

theblock.co • 17/09/2024 - 16:47 PM

Republican Sen. Tim Scott floats creating digital asset-focused panel if he chairs Senate Banking Committee

Sen. Tim Scott proposes a Senate subcommittee on digital assets, aiming to expedite crypto legislation despite challenges from Democratic senators.

theblock.co • 22/08/2024 - 00:11 AM

Vote on Sen. Stabenow's crypto bill delayed, work may resume in September

The Senate's crypto regulation bill is delayed but may be revisited in September as lawmakers seek broader consensus and bipartisan support.

theblock.co • 29/07/2024 - 17:03 PM