Senate Banking Committee Passes CLARITY Act, Vote 15-9
The US Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act on 14 May 2026 in a 15-9 vote.
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CLARITY Act Senate Delay Stalls US Crypto Market Structure
The White House is urging the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act, a crypto market structure bill.
Senate Delays CLARITY Act Crypto Bill to 2026 Market Structure
US Senate delays CLARITY Act crypto market structure bill until early 2026.
Senate Passes Bill to End IRS Rule on DeFi, Trump Expected to Sign
The Senate voted to repeal the IRS DeFi broker rule, and President Trump is expected to sign it into law by the end of the week.
Arkansas Senate Rejects Bill to Ban Crypto Mining Near Military Bases
Arkansas Senate rejects a bill to ban crypto mining near military bases in a 6-1 vote, allowing operations to continue despite security concerns.
Trump to Launch First Senate Crypto Subcommittee
Trump’s administration plans to create the first Senate crypto subcommittee, chaired by pro-crypto Senator Cynthia Lummis, to shape industry regulations.
Crypto Showdown: Crenshaw Faces Senate Vote Amid Backlash
SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw faces Senate scrutiny over her crypto crackdown, with her re-nomination potentially shaping U.S. crypto policy until 2029.
John Thune as Senate Leader Signals Crypto-Friendly Shift
John Thune's rise to Senate Majority Leader boosts hopes for CFTC-led crypto regulation, favoring industry-friendly policies over stricter SEC rules.
