US House Moves Forward with New Blockchain Legislation
The United States House of Representatives has taken significant steps by advancing new bipartisan legislation aimed at fostering blockchain technology adoption across various sectors. This move is designed to enhance the country’s competitiveness while receiving federal backing. Our editorial content is carefully vetted by industry experts and seasoned editors to ensure accuracy and value.
Blockchain Promotion Bill Clears US House
On a notable Thursday, the legislative tracking platform, Bitcoin Laws, announced the passage of a pivotal bill by the US House of Representatives. This legislation mandates the US Secretary of Commerce to spearhead national initiatives aimed at bolstering the United States’ competitive edge and facilitating the widespread adoption of blockchain and other distributed ledger technologies (DLT).
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Introduced in February by Republican Representative Kat Cammack, the HR 1664, or the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025, seeks to establish a comprehensive Blockchain Deployment Program. This initiative aims to develop best practices and explore blockchain applications across multiple domains.
Details of the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025
Co-sponsored by Democratic Representative Darren Soto, the bill appoints the Secretary of Commerce as the President’s chief advisor on blockchain deployment, application, and competitiveness. The Secretary will also be tasked with formulating policies that address the risks associated with blockchain deployment, ensuring both national security and economic stability.
Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of coordinating efforts among Federal agencies to enhance these technologies’ deployment, thereby maximizing federal support. Should HR 1664 become law, it will necessitate the formation of advisory committees within 180 days post-enactment to further the cause of blockchain adoption.
Following its bipartisan endorsement, this crucial crypto legislation now awaits consideration by the Senate as it progresses through the legislative stages.
Ongoing Developments in Crypto Legislation
The passage of HB 1664 aligns with several other key crypto-related bills in Congress, all receiving substantial bipartisan backing. Recently, the GENIUS Act, focused on stablecoins, successfully passed the Senate and moved to the House of Representatives for further deliberation.
Additionally, the House’s crypto market structure proposal, known as the CLARITY Act, recently cleared two committee reviews. However, uncertainties remained regarding the future of these bills, as some lawmakers advocated for their consolidation to improve prospects for congressional approval.
According to Bitcoinist, House leaders are reportedly exploring the possibility of merging the GENIUS Act and the CLARITY Act. This strategy aims to bolster the likelihood of both measures passing Congress and reaching the President’s desk ahead of the August recess deadline.
Meanwhile, Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott has outlined a new timeline for advancing the crypto market structure framework, aiming to maintain the separation of these bills. As per White House Crypto and AI Czar David Sacks, the legislation is expected to be introduced before the August recess, with a markup slated for early September and final passage by month-end.
Sacks commented, “President Trump supports clarity on market structure and advocates for stablecoin regulations,” noting that July is poised to be a significant month for GENIUS and CLARITY legislation.
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