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Senator Lummis Unveils Bitcoin Reserve Proposal

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

8 months ago


U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis made a significant announcement unveiling a legislative proposal to create a Bitcoin reserve aimed at strengthening the U.S. economy and reducing national debt. This could potentially give the U.S. about 5% ownership of the Bitcoin network, aligning with its global gold reserves share.

Senator Lummis's Proposal

Senator Lummis outlined her plan at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville. She proposes that the Federal Reserve begin accumulating Bitcoin to strengthen the U.S. dollar. Officially titled the 'Innovative Investment for National Competitiveness Enhancement Act', the initiative is colloquially known as the 'Bitcoin Bill'.

How the Bitcoin Reserve Will be Implemented

Should Republicans gain control of Congress, this could facilitate advancing the legislative proposal. The Trump-Vance administration might issue an executive order allocating funds for Bitcoin purchases. However, establishing a larger reserve would require Congress's approval due to multi-year budgeting.

Why the Proposal Is Unlikely to be Implemented Soon

Currently, it's unlikely the proposal will gain sufficient legislative support. Significant moves, such as large-scale asset purchases, would require Congress's backing, making a full reserve plan over the next two years improbable. Concerns exist regarding the stability and rationale of adding a volatile asset like Bitcoin to the national balance sheet.

Senator Lummis's push for a national Bitcoin reserve underscores the growing interest in digital assets. However, enacting such a plan necessitates strong congressional support and overcoming public skepticism. These discussions could pave the way for innovative financial approaches in the future.

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