Illinois eyes a Bitcoin reserve to drive financial security; if passed, the bill may trigger other states to adopt BTC strategies.
On January 29, Illinois led the way in treating Bitcoin like a major financial asset through the Bitcoin Strategic Bill. State Rep. John Cabello is advocating for a Bitcoin reserve fund run by the Illinois State Treasurer. The state reportedly became the first U.S. state to make the official decision to hold BTC in its financial strategy.
The bill allows Illinois to receive Bitcoin donations from both residents and government entities. The state will hold the Bitcoin for at least five years before deciding whether to sell or transfer it. Strict rules will ensure fund security, and regular updates will keep the public informed. If passed, the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act takes effect immediately.
The move also comes as interest in Bitcoin as a hedge for financial crises continues to mount. Congresswoman Cynthia Lummis is now forcing discussions on a national Bitcoin reserve, saying that BTC has the potential to ward off both economic depression and inflation. The asset is used to insulate against market instability by major institutions.
With Illinois taking the lead, it’s quite probable that other states and organizations might follow. A decision on this bill will outline whether Bitcoin is to become a serious financial tool for government reserves.
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