Arizona’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act could become a game-changer.
If signed into law, it would be the first legal precedent for U.S. states investing public funds (up to 10%) into Bitcoin and digital assets. Symbolically, it’s huge — Bitcoin is no longer just a “tech bro” bet, but a treasury-grade asset.
But here’s the catch:
Pension funds have long investment horizons and low risk tolerance. Volatility in BTC could trigger political backlash if not managed via hedging strategies or structured vehicles.
Still, if Arizona pulls this off successfully, other fiscally conservative states may follow — especially those with a strong libertarian streak or Bitcoin mining base.
This move isn’t just about diversification. It’s a signal: the institutional legitimacy of Bitcoin is crossing a new threshold.
