Senate Scrutinizes CLARITY Act Ahead of Crypto Week

Edited by: Elena Weismann

On July 9, 2025, the Senate Banking Committee discussed the CLARITY Act, a cryptocurrency market structure bill. The House of Representatives plans to vote on the bill next week. (Source: Axios, July 9, 2025)

Senator Kennedy questioned industry leaders about self-regulation, expressing concerns about market structure legislation. Senator Warren raised issues with exemptions for digital assets from SEC oversight. (Source: Axios, July 9, 2025)

Senator Warnock emphasized the need to address potential conflicts of interest, particularly regarding President Trump's involvement. The House will consider the CLARITY Act and other crypto-related legislation during "Crypto Week," starting July 14. (Source: Axios, July 9, 2025)

Sources

  • Decrypt

  • House GOP declares 'Crypto Week' for mid-July to consider stablecoin, market structure, CBDCs

  • Crypto Industry Pitches Market Structure Ideas to U.S. Senators in Hearing

  • At Hearing, Ranking Member Warren Releases Principles for Crypto Market Structure Legislation

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