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May 9, 2025 at 19:27
New US Legislation for Stablecoins Stalls as Senate Negotiations Falter
A significant bill aimed at reforming stablecoin regulation in the United States has encountered a standstill in the Senate due to partisan disagreements.
Introduced by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act mandates that stablecoin issuers maintain a 1:1 backing ratio for their assets.
Moreover, the legislation outlines permissible reserves for stablecoin issuers, including US currency, demand deposits, and Treasury securities.
Recently, a collective of Democratic senators expressed concerns over the GENIUS Act, highlighting unresolved issues that necessitate further discussion.
They called for strengthened measures regarding anti-money laundering, oversight of foreign issuers, and mechanisms to safeguard the financial system.
Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) emphasized the need for additional time to refine the bill and facilitate meaningful bipartisan dialogue.
However, a cloture vote designed to advance the bill was narrowly defeated, preventing its progression in the legislative process.
Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association, expressed hope for continued bipartisan discussions regarding the eventual passage of stablecoin regulation.
As the debate continues, the delay underscores the complexities surrounding cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S.
Stakeholders remain optimistic that a collaborative approach can yield a robust framework to protect consumers in the evolving stablecoin landscape.
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