A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Received in the Senate.
Passed one chamber, waiting for the other to take it up
Passed one chamber, and the other has not yet sent it to a committee or put it on its calendar.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House voice vote
- Awaiting Senate
The House by voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no member's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
The Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Commerce to lead efforts to promote the competitiveness of the United States regarding blockchain and distributed ledger technology. The Secretary will serve as a principal advisor to the President on topics including tokens and tokenization. Key actions include developing policies to address risks, supporting the stability of the technology, and establishing a Blockchain Deployment Program. The Secretary is also tasked with creating advisory committees that include various nongovernmental stakeholders. Additionally, the Act mandates the dissemination of best practices to support the private and public sectors. The program is set to terminate seven years after the Act is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 12
- Scored +6
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?
The bill prioritizes developing policies for cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure via blockchain.
- Scored +5
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The bill aims to increase US economic security and competitiveness through blockchain technology.
- Scored +5
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill specifically aims to support various business scales in the deployment of blockchain.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Security and Risk Management: The Secretary is directed to develop policies and recommendations regarding risks such as cybersecurity, key storage, and fraud reduction (Section 3, subsection (a)(1)). This could help protect individuals using these technologies.
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Economic and National Security: The Act tasks the Secretary with promoting the national security and economic security of the United States through blockchain technology (Section 3, subsection (b)(4)).
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Improved Federal Agency Efficiency: The bill directs the Secretary to examine how Federal agencies can benefit from and utilize blockchain technology (Section 3, subsection (b)(7)(A)).
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Support for Various Industry Sectors: The establishment of advisory committees includes representatives from diverse groups such as small, medium, and large businesses, as well as the artist and content creator community (Section 3, subsection (b)(9)).
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Cost Savings and Value Quantification: The Secretary is tasked with quantifying the potential cost savings associated with adopting blockchain technology (Section 3, subsection (c)(6)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Cybersecurity Risks to Infrastructure: The Secretary must examine additional security measures needed to ensure the security of critical infrastructure against threats to blockchain technology (Section 3, subsection (b)(7)(D)(i)).
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Uncertainty and Risks: The Act acknowledges that there are existing uncertainties and risks associated with the use of blockchain technology that the Secretary is tasked with reducing (Section 3, subsection (c)(5)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill aims to increase US economic security and competitiveness through blockchain technology. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The Act includes small businesses in its advisory committees and focuses on technological deployment support. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The bill directs the Secretary to develop policies regarding fraud reduction and cybersecurity risks. Is this likely to create jobs? — Promoting blockchain competitiveness may stimulate job growth in the technology sector.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill specifically aims to support various business scales in the deployment of blockchain. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill designates rural stakeholders for advisory committee inclusion.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill prioritizes developing policies for cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure via blockchain.
- Education And Technology
- Does this give people more control over their personal data? — The bill focuses on security for decentralized identity and key storage which impacts data privacy. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The act promotes the deployment and research of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The act mandates annual public reports on blockchain activities and risks. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill expands the Secretary of Commerce's role in advising the President and managing a new program.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill specifically includes rural stakeholders in its advisory committee processes.
- 6/24/2025
- Received in the Senate.
- 6/23/2025
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2855-2856)
- On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2855-2856)
- DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H.R. 1664.
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1664.
- Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2855-2857)
- Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 4/24/2025
- Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-70.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 47.
- 4/8/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
- 2/27/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida