The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) has become the first major law enforcement organization to publicly endorse the Clarity Act.

In a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, NOBLE said the legislation would provide law enforcement with additional tools to combat financial crime involving digital assets while preserving longstanding federal criminal authorities.

The endorsement came after NOBLE reviewed the legislation and its operational effects. Crypto In America host Eleanor Terrett first reported the decision.

In the letter, the organization identified several provisions that it believes would strengthen investigations, including expanded…