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Story: Bitcoin for America Act: New Bill Proposes BTC Tax Payments and 20-Year Treasury Reserve

By MikeT

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A Push to Modernize the U.S. Financial System. Rep. Davidson said the bill is designed to update national payment systems and give Americans more…

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A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve With 20-Year Safeguards. One of the most notable components of the bill is the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, a…

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Why Proponents Believe Bitcoin Strengthens Fiscal Stability. Advocates argue that directing Bitcoin inflows into a protected multi-decade reserve would give…

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Improving Access and Expanding Payment Options for Citizens. Beyond national policy, the bill aims to give individuals more freedom in how they interact with…

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Regulatory Momentum Continues in Washington. The introduction of the Bitcoin for America Act adds to a growing wave of digital-asset policy…

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A Potential Turning Point for National Digital-Asset Strategy. While the bill faces a long legislative path, its introduction highlights how Bitcoin is evolving…

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A new piece of U.S. legislation is putting Bitcoin back in the national spotlight. Representative Warren Davidson has introduced the Bitcoin for America Act, a proposal that…

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Rep. Davidson said the bill is designed to update national payment systems and give Americans more flexibility in how they meet federal obligations.

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Under the proposal, when a taxpayer sends Bitcoin to settle federal liabilities, the payment will be considered complete once the transaction receives the required network…

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The bill also ensures that using Bitcoin to pay taxes would not trigger taxable capital gains, removing a major barrier that currently discourages everyday crypto use.

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One of the most notable components of the bill is the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, a Treasury-managed pool of BTC designed to operate similarly to long-dated…

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The legislation outlines strict retention rules:

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Bitcoin received through tax payments must be held for a minimum of 20 years.

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Sales during this period are restricted, allowing only limited exceptions for national emergencies or budgetary requirements.

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Custody, security, and auditing standards must meet the highest federal benchmarks.

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