Historic Day for Crypto Policy on Capitol Hill

After a record-setting nine-hour procedural vote—the longest in U.S. House history—Republican leaders have struck a deal to advance three major cryptocurrency bills, signaling renewed momentum for digital asset legislation in Washington.

The standoff centered on opposition to central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), with hardline Republicans refusing to proceed unless a ban was guaranteed. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise ultimately brokered a compromise: the CBDC ban will be added to the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), clearing the path for debate on the GENIUS Act (stablecoin regulation), the CLARITY Act (crypto market structure), and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance Act.

Votes on the individual bills are expected to begin as soon as Thursday.

With President Trump publicly backing the GENIUS Act, and both chambers of Congress watching closely, this week may prove pivotal in shaping the future of U.S. crypto regulation.

The crypto industry is watching. The clock is ticking.

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