The U.S. Senate has passed the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins, marking a significant step in federal cryptocurrency legislation. With bipartisan support, the bill aims to set a framework for dollar-pegged crypto tokens, requiring them to be fully backed by U.S. dollars and mandating audits for larger issuers. The focus now shifts to the House of Representatives, which will decide whether to adopt the Senate's bill or pursue its own legislation.
The U.S. Senate is set to vote on the GENIUS Act, a significant stablecoin legislation requiring bipartisan support amid tensions between Democrats and Republicans. The bill aims to ensure stablecoins are fully backed by U.S. dollars and short-term Treasury assets, but faces opposition from within both parties regarding its provisions and implications.