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I hope you are all having a good day, welcome to CryptoGod-1's blog on all things crypto. In this post I will be looking at the introduction of the STABLE Act in the United States of America.
Introduction of the STABLE Act
The new framework introduced by lawmakers redefines stablecoin oversight as it blends traditional financial controls with digital asset practices. This is with the aim of creating clearer, more accountable operations within the fast-evolving market. Back on the 26th of March the U.S. lawmakers introduced the Stablecoin Transparency and Accountability for a Better Ledger Economy (STABLE) Act. This will advance the stablecoin regulation as it improves transparency for dollar-backed digital tokens. As part of the proposal it outlines how dollar-backed stablecoins should be issued as requirements will focus on transparency and consumer protection.
The STABLE Act was introduced by Representatives Bryan Steil and French Hill and it will form part of a broader push to build a consistent regulatory structure for cryptocurrency markets. The Stablecoin issuers will therefore be required to follow financial rules and maintain clear records under the STABLE Act. The bill will help to clarify and maintain financial rules while also aiming to protect both consumers and the financial system according to Representative Hill.
The bill passed through the Banking Committee and is now under review on the Senate floor. Currently a supporter of the crypto legislation, Representative Tom Emmer, has stated that although the House and Senate bills differ in some areas, lawmakers expect to reconcile those versions as the process moves ahead. As the Senate continues their deliberations, the House is refining its version of the bill.
The House Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Artificial Intelligence had a hearing called “A Golden Age of Digital Assets: Charting a Path Forward” in a bid to make progress on the legislation. They discussed the strength of the bill and its foundation before a full House vote. As part of the White House crypto summit on the 7th of March President Donald Trump encouraged lawmakers to pass stablecoin legislation. However that timeline could be difficult to achieve as divisions between crypto industry leaders and banks remain over key aspects of the bill’s language.
Emmer has also reintroduced the Securities Clarity Act which is a separate which that would help to define how crypto assets are treated under existing securities law. It is co-sponsored by Representative Darren Soto as the bill reflects ongoing efforts to give the digital asset industry regulatory certainty.
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