Senate Stalemate Over U.S. Stablecoin Regulation Due to Political Disputes

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Headline: The Deadlock in Senate Halts Stablecoin Regulation Bill Aimed at Addressing AML and National Security Concerns

Subheading: The GENIUS Act, proposed to regulate stablecoins in the U.S., faces obstacles as key Democrats demand improvements in the bill's AML provisions, foreign issuer guidelines, and accountability for non-compliant actors.

In a shocking turn of events, a bipartisan blockbuster bill aimed at overhauling stablecoin regulation has hit a snag in the U.S. Senate. Originally introduced by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) in February, the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act has been halted amidst partisan negotiations.

The GENIUS Act, if passed, would require stablecoin issuers to maintain reserves on a 1:1 ratio, using U.S. currency, demand deposits, insured shares at an insured depository institution, or Treasury bills, notes, or bonds. Despite gaining initial support from Democrats, a group of lawmakers brought up concerns over the weekend regarding the need for stronger AML provisions, foreign issuer measures, national security considerations, the preservation of the safety and soundness of the financial system, and accountability for those that don't meet the act's requirements.

Leading the charge was Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), a vocal advocate for crypto, who had initially supported the bill. Expressing his frustrations, Gallego stated that there had been promising bipartisan discussions on the bill, but these conversations needed more time to perfect the potential legislation. He argued that lawmakers required additional time to address the bill's outstanding issues, without delaying its final passage.

When Gallego took the floor to ask for more time to negotiate, Republicans reportedly shot down his request, claiming that there was no true bipartisan path forward without more time to finish the bill text. "I will always be willing to continue to work on bipartisan stablecoin legislation. America must lead in this space and consumers deserve to be protected," Gallego iterated, emphasizing that thorough discussions are vital for the betterment of the industry.

The GENIUS Act faced a cloture vote on Thursday, only to fall short when it was shot down by a vote of 48-49. Cloture votes, which require 60 "yeas" to pass, aim to end debates and prevent filibusters.

In response to the setback, Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association, urged the debate on the bill to continue. "We look forward to the next steps in this process and continued bipartisan discussion," she remarked.

Though the GENIUS Act has stalled, the need for stablecoin regulation remains, as these digital assets, with their unique properties, continue to pose challenges to financial stability and consumer protection. The impasse in the Senate highlights the complexity of crafting effective legislation that balances the needs of innovation, national security, and consumer protection.

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Senate Stalemate Over U.S. Stablecoin Regulation Due to Political Disputes