House Republicans just dropped their Digital Asset Market Structure Act discussion draft, aiming to clear up who regulates what in crypto—think SEC vs. CFTC territory—and finally give everyone a solid rulebook . This bill follows in FIT21’s footsteps but goes further by defining clear boundaries for spot trading, derivatives, and even DeFi protocols.

Why it’s a big deal: regulatory clarity could remove today’s “legal limbo,” where projects tiptoe around murky rules. With clear regulations, startups can build without fearing surprise crackdowns, and institutional investors might feel confident enough to dive in .

The draft is set for a joint House hearing on May 6, though political fireworks erupted when Democrats walked out over Trump family crypto ties. Still, if they iron out the drama and pass this, it could supercharge growth—less guesswork, more innovation, and a safer playground for everyone in the crypto space. #USHouseMarketStructureDraft