https://bitcoinreservemonitor.com Track federal and state-level Strategic Bitcoin Reserve legislation Governor Katie Hobbs signed HB 2749 into law, officially creating the Arizona Bitcoin & Digital Assets Reserve. The bill redirects unclaimed-property profits to Bitcoin and top-tier digital assets, harvests interest, airdrops, and staking rewards from abandoned property, ensures prudent diversification, mandates robust U.S.-regulated custody, and keeps native bitcoin in digital form for lost BTC recovery. Arizona follows New Hampshire as the second state to pass such a law. Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/Dennis_Porter_/status/1920270813506290100 New Hampshire Governor signed HB 302 into law, creating the nation's first Bitcoin & Digital Assets Reserve Fund. The landmark win builds on Satoshi Action's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve model policy, establishing a blueprint for the nation. The bill lets the Treasurer buy Bitcoin or any digital asset with market cap above $500 billion, caps holdings at 5% of total state funds, mandates robust U.S.-regulated custody, and takes effect 60 days after passage. Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/Dennis_Porter_/status/1919789205258916120 Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) reintroduced the BITCOIN Act which would authorize the U.S. government to purchase one million Bitcoin (worth $80 billion) over 5 years and codify President Trump's strategic Bitcoin reserve. The bill has five Republican co-sponsors and would establish a decentralized network of secure Bitcoin storage facilities, with a 20-year minimum hold period for any BTC acquired. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://decrypt.co/309542/lummis-bitcoin-act-us-governernment-buy-1-million-bitcoin President Trump signs Executive Order establishing the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve utilizing Bitcoin obtained through criminal and civil asset forfeiture. The initiative includes a full audit of government-owned Bitcoin, estimated at 200,000 BTC, with a mandate to maintain holdings as a store of value and develop budget-neutral acquisition strategies. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/03/establishment-of-the-strategic-bitcoin-reserveand-united-states-digital-asset-stockpile/ President Donald Trump announces the establishment of a National Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, marking a historic shift in US monetary policy. The initiative aims to secure America's financial future through substantial Bitcoin holdings. Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/davidsacks47/status/1897802280738734236 Representative Stephen M. Casey introduces H6007, the 'Strategic Digital Asset and Precious Metal Reserve Act', which would allow the state to invest in Bitcoin and other digital assets. The bill has been referred to the House Finance Committee for consideration. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText/BillText25/HouseText25/H6007.pdf HB1202, which would have permitted state investment in Bitcoin, failed during its House Commerce and Energy Committee hearing. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Logan Manhart and five other Republican legislators. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://legiscan.com/SD/bill/HB1202/2025 HB 429, which would have allowed the Board of Investments to invest in digital assets and precious metals, failed to pass the House on second reading with a vote of 41-59. Sat, 22 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://legiscan.com/MT/bill/HB429/2025 Senator Rose introduces SB 465 (Inflation Protection Act) to allow state treasury and retirement funds to invest in digital assets and precious metals. The bill includes provisions for secure custody, staking, and lending of digital assets with strict market cap requirements. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb465%20intr.htm&yr=2025&sesstype=RS&i=465 Representatives Bryan Posthumus and Ron Robinson introduce HB 4087 to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve within the state treasury. The bill would amend state finance law to create a dedicated Bitcoin reserve framework. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4087 Representatives Jake Hoffman and Rachel Keshel introduce resolution supporting potential digital asset investments by Arizona State Retirement System and Public Safety Personnel Retirement System. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81936 Senators Greg Dolezal, Brandon Beach, and Clint Dixon introduce SB 178 to allow the State Depository Board to authorize state treasurer Bitcoin investments, marking Georgia's entry into state-level Bitcoin adoption. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70371 Representatives Ross, Brody, Schietzelt, and D. Hall introduce House Bill 92 (NC Digital Assets Investments Act) to establish framework for digital asset investments. Additional sponsors include N. Jackson and Lowery. Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookup/2025/H92 Representative Curtis Schomer introduces HB 429 to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve within the state treasury, joining the growing movement of states considering Bitcoin adoption. The bill would create a framework for secure custody and management of state Bitcoin investments. Sat, 08 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC2663 House File 246 introduced by Representatives Salmon, Golding, Hora, and Kniff McCulla to authorize the investment of public moneys in digital assets and precious metals. The bill would establish policies for custody and management of digital asset investments. Sat, 08 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HF246 Delegate Young introduces HB1389, the 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act of Maryland', to establish a dedicated Bitcoin Reserve Fund. The bill would authorize the State Treasurer to invest certain state funds in Bitcoin and has been referred to the Judiciary and Appropriations committees. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1389?ys=2025RS Senator Sandra O'Brien introduces SB57, the 'Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act', authorizing state investment in Bitcoin and requiring state entities to accept cryptocurrency payments. The comprehensive bill would amend multiple sections of state code to enable direct Bitcoin investment. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb57 Senator Joe Gruters files SB550 to authorize the state CFO and Board of Administration to invest public funds in Bitcoin. The comprehensive bill would establish a framework for strategic Bitcoin investment and exempt such investments from certain security requirements. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/550 Representative T. Roberts files HB376, the 'Inflation Protection Act of 2025', authorizing state investment in digital assets while prohibiting CBDCs. The comprehensive bill enables state funds and retirement systems to invest in digital assets and allows for digital asset payment acceptance. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb376.html House Bill 230 passes with a 38-34 vote, becoming the first Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill to clear a full chamber vote in any state. The bill allows the state treasurer to invest up to 5% of designated funds in qualifying digital assets and now moves to the Senate. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://bitcoinist.com/utah-leads-bitcoin-reserve-bill-passes-house/ Senator Anthony L. Thornton introduces SB275, the 'Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act', marking New Mexico's entry into the growing movement of state-level Bitcoin reserve proposals. The bill has been referred to the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=275&year=25 House Bill 1184, which would have enabled state investment in digital assets and precious metals, failed to pass with a vote of 32-57. The bill was sponsored by a bipartisan group including Rep. Toman and Sen. Barta, and would have amended multiple chapters of state code to allow for digital asset investments. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1184.html Former President Trump signs executive order to establish a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund, aiming to invest in strategic assets including Bitcoin, precious metals, and energy resources. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.reuters.com/markets/wealth/trump-signs-executive-order-create-sovereign-wealth-fund-2025-02-03/ Senator Rick Brattin introduces SB614 to allow the State Treasurer to invest in qualifying digital assets, defined as those with market cap over $500 billion or stablecoins, through qualified custodians. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.senate.mo.gov/25info/pdf-bill/intro/SB614.pdf House Bill 2071 introduced to prohibit state and local governments from restricting blockchain activities and digital asset payments. The bill would protect rights to use self-hosted wallets, run nodes, and prevent special taxation of digital asset payments. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2071/Introduced Assembly Bill 2249, the 'Digital Asset and Blockchain Technology Act', introduced to establish comprehensive licensing and regulatory framework for digital asset businesses. The bill would require licensing through the Bureau of Securities for businesses engaging in digital asset custody, exchange, or transmission. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2500/2249_I1.HTM House Bill 1156 introduced to establish Digital Asset Regulation Office and comprehensive framework for digital asset business activities. The bill would create licensing requirements and consumer protections for digital asset companies operating in Indiana. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1156/details Rep. John Cabello files HB1844 to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Fund in the State treasury. The bill requires a 5-year minimum hold period for bitcoin and allows for voluntary donations from Illinois residents and government entities. Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1844&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 Senator Dusty Deevers introduces SB325 allowing state employees to receive compensation in Bitcoin and vendors to accept Bitcoin payments. The bill requires the State Treasurer to establish Bitcoin payment processing by January 2026 and mandates tax guidance from the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb325&Session=2500 House Bill 230 passes committee with super majority vote, making Utah the second state to advance a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill past committee. The bill received strong support from Rep. Jordan Teuscher, Treasurer Marlo Oaks, and Senator Kirk Cullimore. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/Dennis_Porter_/status/1884383337302921335 Representative Logan Manhart announces plans to introduce legislation in the South Dakota House that would create a strategic bitcoin reserve, emphasizing the importance of government proactivity in Bitcoin adoption. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/ManhartLogan/status/1884303082139595256 State Representative TJ Roberts announces plans to file a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill, joining the growing movement of state-level Bitcoin adoption initiatives. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/BitcoinMagazine/status/1884340100416295144 Senator Wendy Rogers' Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill (SB1025) becomes the first state-level SBR proposal to pass out of committee and advance to a floor vote, marking a potential milestone in state-level Bitcoin adoption. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/Swan/status/1884042069628576133 House Bill 230 'Blockchain and Digital Innovation Amendments' introduced to establish framework for state digital asset investments and blockchain innovation Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://le.utah.gov/~2025/bills/static/HB0230.html House Bill 1590, the 'Blockchain Basics Act', introduced to protect digital asset rights, prohibit CBDC usage, exempt small transactions from capital gains, and establish mining-friendly zoning regulations. The bill also exempts mining and node operations from money transmitter regulations. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://legiscan.com/MS/bill/HB1590/2025 Assembly member Vince Fong begins discussions with Proof of Workforce about potential Bitcoin adoption strategies, though no formal legislation proposed yet Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.coinspeaker.com/californias-lawmaker-partners-with-proof-of-workforce-to-enhance-bitcoin-adoption-ahead-of-trumps-inauguration/ An anonymous donor gifts $3,000 in Bitcoin to establish the Roswell Strategic Reserve (RSR), making it the first city in the world with a funded Bitcoin reserve. The initiative includes plans for a 5-10 year lockup period and potential future use for emergency funds and property tax relief for veterans. Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.rdrnews.com/opinion/columnists/anonymous-3-000-bitcoin-donation-establishes-roswell-strategic-reserve/article_2520690a-ce14-11ef-bfc2-03f81eb48be8.html Rep. Christopher J. Worrell and Sen. Barry R. Finegold file companion bills (HD.3762 and SD.2422) allowing for strategic investment in stable digital financial assets Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/HD3762 House Bill 18 introduced by Rep. Steve Demetriou would allow state treasurer to invest in digital assets and permit retirement systems to invest in exchange-traded products Sat, 18 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb18 House Bill 201 filed to authorize state funds investment in Bitcoin, sponsored by Representatives Wasserburger, Brown, G, Filer, Lucas and Singh, and Senator Smith, D. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://bitcoinmagazine.com/politics/wyoming-introduces-bitcoin-strategic-reserve-bill- SB34 referred to Financial Institutions Committee, would allow KPERS to invest in Bitcoin ETPs with specific requirements and limitations Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb34/ Texas officially establishes the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve as a fund outside the state treasury through Senate Bill No. 21. This makes Texas one of the first states to successfully implement a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, following legislative efforts that began with multiple bills including HB 1598 and SB 778. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://x.com/bitcoindaily___/status/1936193137300656317 Texas Senator Charles Schwertner introduced Senate Bill 778, which would establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve for the state. If passed, Texas would become the first state to create such a reserve. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.ccn.com/news/crypto/texas-oklahoma-strategic-bitcoin-reserve/ SB34 would authorize state pension fund to invest up to 10% in Bitcoin ETPs, with SEC/CFTC approved products only. Bill referred to Financial Institutions Committee. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb34/ Rep. Cody Maynard introduces HB 1203 allowing state savings accounts and pension funds to invest in Bitcoin Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://www.okhouse.gov/posts/news-20250115_1 As states explore Bitcoin reserves, federal government continues traditional reserve approach Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT SB1025 would allow state treasurer and retirement systems to invest up to 10% in virtual currency, with option to store in federal strategic bitcoin reserve if established Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81632 Senator Peter J. Durant introduces Senate Docket 422, 'An Act relative to a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve', joining other states in considering Bitcoin adoption. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://trackbill.com/bill/massachusetts-senate-docket-422-an-act-relative-to-a-bitcoin-strategic-reserve/2596742/ HB1322 introduced to allow state pension funds to invest in SEC-approved Bitcoin ETFs and explore blockchain technology use in state agencies. The bill requires a study of blockchain applications for improving cost efficiency and services by March 2026. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1322/details Legislators introduce Resolution 3001 to encourage state investment in digital assets and precious metals Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://bitbo.io/news/north-dakota-bitcoin-reserve/ Rep. Keith Ammon introduces bill to enable state treasury to invest in Bitcoin and precious metals through regulated ETPs Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/new-hampshire-bill-seeks-to-establish-strategic-bitcoin-reserve State Treasurer Robert Sprague announces initiative to explore Bitcoin reserve implementation through state investment portfolio Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thedefiant.io/news/regulation/ohio-joins-growing-trend-of-states-considering-bitcoin-reserves FBBA working with state officials to allocate 1% ($1.85B) of state pension fund to Bitcoin, with support from Gov. DeSantis and CFO Patronis Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT State Auditor Andrew Sorrell pushes for Alabama to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve, suggesting gradual investment to attract businesses and position the state as a crypto-friendly hub. Sat, 14 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/alabama-auditor-pushes-for-state-bitcoin-reserve Rep. Capriglione files HB 1598 to establish a bitcoin reserve within the state treasury Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Reps. Cabell and Kaufer introduce HB 2664 allowing state treasurer to invest up to 10% of state funds in Bitcoin and crypto ETPs Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT BITCOIN Act proposes 1M BTC strategic reserve (~5% of supply) through Treasury-operated secure vaults Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-introduces-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-legislation/ Idaho Republican Party's 2024 convention platform committee opposed CBDCs while supporting decentralized digital currencies like Bitcoin, affirming the right to use alternative forms of money. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT https://cryptoslate.com/idaho-republicans-oppose-central-bank-digital-currency-advocate-for-bitcoin/