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Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act
12/7/2023, 5:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 1870
Bill 118 s 1870, also known as the Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent foreign adversaries from interfering in the cryptocurrency markets within the United States.
The bill aims to protect the integrity of the cryptocurrency market by prohibiting any foreign government or entity from manipulating or influencing the market for their own gain. This includes activities such as hacking, spreading misinformation, or engaging in any other form of interference that could disrupt the stability of the market.
If passed, the Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act would require the US government to take action against any foreign entity found to be engaging in such activities. This could include imposing sanctions, fines, or other penalties to deter future interference. Overall, this bill is designed to safeguard the cryptocurrency market in the United States from external threats and ensure that it remains a fair and transparent environment for investors and traders. It reflects the growing importance of cryptocurrencies in the global economy and the need to protect them from malicious actors.
The bill aims to protect the integrity of the cryptocurrency market by prohibiting any foreign government or entity from manipulating or influencing the market for their own gain. This includes activities such as hacking, spreading misinformation, or engaging in any other form of interference that could disrupt the stability of the market.
If passed, the Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act would require the US government to take action against any foreign entity found to be engaging in such activities. This could include imposing sanctions, fines, or other penalties to deter future interference. Overall, this bill is designed to safeguard the cryptocurrency market in the United States from external threats and ensure that it remains a fair and transparent environment for investors and traders. It reflects the growing importance of cryptocurrencies in the global economy and the need to protect them from malicious actors.
Congressional Summary of S 1870
Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act
This bill prohibits the Commodity Futures Trading Commission from registering any digital commodity platform owned by entities affiliated with specified foreign adversaries. If such an entity acquires a platform, the commission must revoke the platform's registration.
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Current Status of Bill S 1870
Bill S 1870 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill S 1870 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 7, 2023.  Bill S 1870's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of June 7, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1870
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1870
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1870
Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act
Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act
A bill to amend the Commodity Exchange Act to prohibit interference in United States digital commodity markets by entities organized or established in a foreign adversary, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1870
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