State crypto policy playbook: 5 actions states can take to advance responsible crypto innovation
Federal crypto legislation is moving fast. In just the past three months, President Trump signed into law the “Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins” (GENIUS) Act, and the House of Representatives advanced the landmark “Digital Asset Market Clarity” (CLARITY) Act with overwhelming bipartisan support.
But the federal government is not the only U.S. lawmaking body seeking to establish rules of the road for the crypto industry. In 2024, 27 states and Washington D.C. passed 57 crypto-related bills.
While federal legislation — with its focus on protecting consumers, providing regulatory clarity, and fostering innovation —…
