In a recent vote, Montana’s House of Representatives rejected a bill that would have allowed the state to establish a Bitcoin reserve. The proposal, which aimed to invest state funds in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, faced significant opposition due to concerns about financial risk, regulatory uncertainty, and fiscal responsibility. Here’s a closer look at the arguments that led to the bill’s defeat.
Background on the Bill
House Bill No. 429 proposed creating a special revenue account for the state to invest in digital assets with a high market capitalization, such as Bitcoin. The bill passed through the House Business and Labor Committee with a 12-8 vote, primarily along party lines, before reaching the House floor. However, it ultimately failed to gain enough support, with lawmakers voting 41-59 against it.
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Background on the Bill
House Bill No. 429 proposed creating a special revenue account for the state to invest in digital assets with a high market capitalization, such as Bitcoin. The bill passed through the House Business and Labor Committee with a 12-8 vote, primarily along party lines, before reaching the House floor. However, it ultimately failed to gain enough support, with lawmakers voting 41-59 against it.
Read More : https://onthenode.com/news/montanas-bitcoin-reserve-bill-a-look-at-the-arguments-against
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