Texas Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Texas State Representative Giovanni Capriglione has officially filed a proposal. It aims to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve for the state.

This would allow Texas to accept, store, and manage Bitcoin donations from residents, making it one of the first states to embrace digital currencies in such a big way.

What Will the Bitcoin Reserve Do in Texas?

Here’s what the Bitcoin Reserve would do:

1. Accept Bitcoin Donations: Texas residents would be able to donate Bitcoin to the state.
2. Store Bitcoin for at Least Five Years: The state would securely hold the donated Bitcoin for a minimum of five years. This gives the state time to watch how the value of Bitcoin changes.
3. Transparency: Every two years, the state would release reports and audits to show exactly how Bitcoin is being managed.
4. Accept Cryptocurrencies for Services: State agencies would be able to accept cryptocurrency as payment, and convert it into Bitcoin.
5. Set Rules: There would be clear guidelines for how the Bitcoin is stored, donated, and managed. This ensures everything is safe and follows the law.

I can confirm that the state of Texas has filed a bill to officially establish a ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve’.

History was made as this was the first time a bill was filed live on X Spaces.

Congrats to @VoteGiovanni for his leadership on Bitcoin. pic.twitter.com/uorZoRgXsC

— Dennis Porter (@Dennis_Porter_) December 12, 2024

Why Is This Important?

Texas is known for its forward-thinking attitude, and this Bitcoin Reserve is no different. Then, by creating this reserve, Texas is saying that it’s ready to adapt to the changing financial landscape.

BIG NEWS: The race between states and the federal government to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is on!

Two states: Pennsylvania and Texas, have officially introduced SBR legislation. @Dennis_Porter_ reports that at least 10 other states are in the process of doing the same. pic.twitter.com/RxJ22cP3nI

— Bitcoin Voter Project (@BitcoinVoter) December 12, 2024

What Does This Mean for the Future?

So, if this Bitcoin Reserve becomes a reality, it could set the stage for other states to follow in Texas’s footsteps. It’s clear that digital currencies are here to stay, and Texas is leading the way by putting its money where its mouth is. Finally, if the proposal passes, the Lone Star State could become a major player in the world of cryptocurrency.

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