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Marshall Becomes First US Senator to Walk from Controversial Crypto Bill He Co-Sponsored
Republican Senator Roger Marshall has withdrawn his support for the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2023, a controversial bill he initially co-sponsored with Senator Elizabeth Warren and others. This bill, reintroduced in the Senate on July 27, 2023, aimed to bring the cryptocurrency industry into alignment with existing anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) laws.
Key Provisions of the Bill
The legislation proposed stringent regulations on digital asset providers, including unhosted wallet providers, miners, and validators, by classifying them as financial institutions under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA). It mandated these entities to adhere to BSA compliance requirements, which include extensive reporting and monitoring responsibilities. Additionally, the bill called for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to establish regulations for reporting significant foreign digital asset holdings and to create compliance measures to address risks associated with anonymity-enhancing technologies.
Senator Marshall’s Shift
Marshall’s withdrawal from the bill comes as a surprise, particularly given his earlier criticisms of cryptocurrencies, which he has described as a “threat to national security.” This includes concerns over stablecoins like Tether potentially facilitating illegal activities and circumventing U.S. sanctions. Despite his earlier stance, Marshall’s departure from the legislation suggests a reconsideration of the bill’s implications or an alignment with broader political and industry perspectives on cryptocurrency regulation. His office has not provided a comment on the reasons for his withdrawal.
Political and Industry Reactions
The bill had garnered significant bipartisan support, with 18 co-sponsors, reflecting a broader concern in Congress over regulating the rapidly growing cryptocurrency market. However, it has also faced criticism for potentially imposing impractical compliance burdens that could stifle innovation and push crypto activities offshore. Critics argue that the bill’s stringent requirements could inadvertently drive users toward unregulated platforms, thereby undermining its intent to enhance security and regulatory oversight.
Broader Context
The withdrawal comes at a time when cryptocurrency regulation is a highly contentious issue in U.S. politics. Former President Donald Trump has promised to relax crypto regulations if elected, contrasting with the current administration’s more stringent stance. Under President Joe Biden, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and other regulatory bodies, led by figures like Gary Gensler, have taken a more rigorous approach to regulating the sector, which has drawn criticism for being overly restrictive.
Senator Marshall’s decision to step back from the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act reflects the complex and evolving nature of cryptocurrency regulation in the U.S. While the bill seeks to bring greater oversight and security to the crypto industry, it also raises concerns about regulatory overreach and its potential negative impact on innovation and privacy. As the debate continues, the U.S. legislative and regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies remains in flux, balancing the need for security with the desire to foster technological innovation.
Source: decrypt.co
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