The US state of Louisiana has reportedly passed a bill in support of Bitcoin that aims to protect access to the asset and limit central bank digital currencies (CBDC).
The move coincides with another state that also enshrined Bitcoin rights into law.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed the pro-Bitcoin bill after bipartisan approval from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
This legislation, introduced by Representative Mark Wright and Senator Jean-Paul Cousin, aims to facilitate easier access to Bitcoin while imposing restrictions on CBDC.
The new law ensures that individuals can securely hold Bitcoin and allows businesses to use and accept BTC without facing legal obstacles.
Additionally, the law prohibits Louisiana from accepting payments in CBDC and supports mining Bitcoin in industrial areas to attract investment and boost the state’s economy.
Efforts to create a clear legal framework for U.S. stablecoins took a hit this week after the Senate failed to push forward a key piece of legislation.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is pressing U.S. lawmakers to revive momentum behind the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at introducing federal oversight for stablecoins.
A controversial stablecoin bill is now facing mounting opposition in Washington, with Senator Elizabeth Warren leading the charge against what she calls a pathway to “crypto corruption.”
Starting in 2027, the European Union will enforce strict anti-money laundering laws that effectively outlaw anonymous crypto activity.