Missouri advances bitcoin reserve bill to House committee, reviving crypto treasury push

• HB 2080 seeks to create a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund and let the state treasurer receive, invest and hold bitcoin.

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• Missouri lawmakers have forwarded HB 2080 to a House committee, reigniting the state’s push to hold bitcoin in public funds. The bill would establish a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund and authorize the state treasurer to receive, invest and hold bitcoin on behalf of the state. Proponents argue the move could diversify the treasury’s holdings and position Missouri as a leader in crypto‑friendly fiscal policy. Critics raise concerns about volatility, regulatory compliance and the lack of a clear framework for managing digital assets. The bill’s future hinges on committee approval and further debate in the House.

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• https://www.theblock.co/post/390754/missouri-advances-bitcoin-reserve-bill?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss