#ArizonaBTCReserve

Arizona is on the verge of becoming the first U.S. state to establish a Bitcoin reserve. On April 28, 2025, the Arizona House of Representatives passed two significant bills—SB1025 and SB1373—that authorize the state to invest up to 10% of its $31.5 billion treasury and pension funds into digital assets, primarily Bitcoin . 

SB1025, known as the “Arizona Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act,” permits the state treasurer and retirement systems to allocate a portion of public funds into virtual currencies . SB1373 establishes a Digital Assets Strategic Reserve Fund, which would manage seized or purchased crypto assets with full transparency and risk protocols .  

These measures aim to diversify the state’s financial portfolio and position Arizona as a leader in blockchain innovation. However, the bills now await the signature of Governor Katie Hobbs. While she has previously expressed concerns over budgetary issues, a bipartisan funding solution reached on April 24 may influence her decision .  

If enacted, Arizona’s initiative could serve as a model for other states considering similar strategies to integrate digital assets into public finance.