Florida Scraps Bitcoin Reserve Bills
Florida's Crypto Reserve Bills Fail
Two Florida bills aiming to establish a state-level Bitcoin reserve, House Bill 487 and Senate Bill 550, have been withdrawn from consideration. This marks a setback for the growing movement among US states to diversify their treasury portfolios with Bitcoin. The bills, which would have allowed the state to invest up to 10% of certain funds in Bitcoin (BTC), were indefinitely postponed on May 3rd, 2025, and the legislative session concluded without their passage.
While Florida's lawmakers passed other legislation, initiatives involving state treasury diversification into cryptocurrency were not among them. This leaves Florida out of the race, joining several other states such as Wyoming, South Dakota, and Pennsylvania, where similar proposals have faltered.
Arizona's Ongoing Bitcoin Reserve Debate
Meanwhile, Arizona's efforts to establish a Bitcoin reserve have encountered hurdles. Although initially progressing further than other states, House Bill 1025, the Digital Assets Strategic Reserve bill, was vetoed by Governor Katie Hobbs, who cited concerns about digital assets being "untested investments."
This veto sparked criticism from crypto advocates, but two more opportunities for Bitcoin reserve legislation remain in Arizona. HB 2749, a budget-neutral proposal using funds from unclaimed property, and SB 1373, allowing up to 10% of state funds to be allocated to digital assets, are still under consideration. The outcome of these bills will be crucial in determining Arizona's position in this evolving landscape.
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