🔴Historic Move: Arizona becomes the first U.S. state to approve a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
🟩Legislation Passed: On April 28, 2025, the Arizona legislature passed Senate Bills 1025 and 1373.
🕵️Investment Authorization: The bills authorize up to 10% of Arizona’s $31.5 billion public funds to be invested in Bitcoin and other digital assets.
Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act (SB 1025):
Co-sponsored by Senator Wendy Rogers and Representative Jeff Weninger.
Focuses specifically on Bitcoin investments.
Permits the state treasury and retirement systems to invest in Bitcoin.
Includes provisions for secure storage in segregated accounts.
🎯Objective: The initiative aims to diversify the state’s financial portfolio and embrace emerging technologies.
🔘National Impact: This move positions Arizona as a leader in integrating digital assets into public finance, potentially setting a precedent for other states.
