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Read. Follow. Verify.House Subcommittee Hearing on Digital Asset Regulation
Record date · January 1, 2023
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What This Bill Does
The House Subcommittee on s, Financial Technology, and Inclusion held a hearing on March 9, 2023, to examine whether federal administration actions against the digital asset industry are coordinated. The hearing featured testimony from industry executives, legal experts, and policy researchers regarding the current regulatory environment for cryptocurrency.
The hearing explores the regulatory oversight of the industry, which impacts how cryptocurrency companies operate and how federal agencies like the SEC enforce financial laws.
Who It Affects
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Digital asset companies
These entities are subject to federal regulatory oversight and enforcement actions discussed during the hearing.
Federal regulatory agencies
Agencies like the SEC are the subject of congressional oversight regarding their enforcement strategies.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on March 9, 2023, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The subcommittee examined the regulatory approach of the current administration toward the digital asset ecosystem.
- The SEC has issued approximately 130 enforcement actions related to crypto assets.
- Five witnesses provided testimony: Mike Belshe, Tonya M. Evans, Jonathan V. Gould, Paul Grewal, and Lee Reiners.
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- Numerous industry groups and advocacy organizations submitted written statements for the record, including the American Bankers Association, the Blockchain Association, and the National Consumer Law Center.
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Increased Scrutiny of Crypto Enforcement
The hearing highlights a significant increase in SEC enforcement activity, with approximately 130 actions cited in the record.
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