#ArizonaBTCReserve

Alongside SB1025, lawmakers also passed Senate Bill 1373 with a 37–19 vote. This companion measure proposes the creation of a digital asset reserve fund managed by the state treasurer, using assets seized during criminal cases. The fund would invest in a broader range of digital assets, further embedding cryptocurrency into Arizona's fiscal framework.

Political Uncertainty Looms

Despite the legislative success, both bills face uncertainty. Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs has pledged to veto all new bills until a bipartisan solution is reached for the state’s $122 million funding gap in the Division of Developmental Disabilities. Though she hasn't issued a specific stance on the Bitcoin bills, her broader veto strategy casts doubt on their final