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Financial Technology Protection Act of 2025

7/26/2025, 8:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2384

Bill 119 hr 2384, also known as the "Independent Financial Technology Working Group to Combat Terrorism and Illicit Financing Act," aims to create a specialized group focused on utilizing financial technology to combat terrorism and illicit financing activities. The bill proposes the establishment of an Independent Financial Technology Working Group, which will be responsible for researching and implementing innovative strategies to address these pressing issues.

The working group will consist of experts in the fields of finance, technology, and national security, who will collaborate to develop and implement cutting-edge solutions to combat terrorism and illicit financing. The bill emphasizes the importance of leveraging financial technology, such as blockchain and artificial intelligence, to enhance the effectiveness of current anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing efforts.

Additionally, the working group will be tasked with conducting research, providing recommendations to Congress and relevant government agencies, and promoting public-private partnerships to strengthen the nation's defenses against terrorism and illicit financing. The bill also includes provisions for regular reporting and oversight to ensure transparency and accountability in the group's activities. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2384 seeks to harness the power of financial technology to bolster national security efforts and protect against the threats posed by terrorism and illicit financing. By establishing an Independent Financial Technology Working Group, this legislation aims to foster collaboration and innovation in the fight against these critical issues.

Congressional Summary of HR 2384

Financial Technology Protection Act of 2025

This bill establishes the Independent Financial Technology Working Group to Combat Terrorism and Illicit Financing. The working group must study and report on terrorist and illicit use of digital assets and other related emerging technologies and develop proposals to improve anti-money laundering and counterterrorist financing efforts.

The working group terminates four years after the bill's enactment or after the working group completes any ongoing activities, whichever is later.

In addition, the Department of the Treasury must (1) report on the potential use of digital assets and other emerging technologies by states, nonstate actors, and terrorist groups for the purpose of evading sanctions to threaten the national security of the United States; and (2) describe a strategy to mitigate and prevent this usage. 

Current Status of Bill HR 2384

Bill HR 2384 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since July 22, 2025. Bill HR 2384 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 26, 2025.  Bill HR 2384's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of July 22, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2384

Total Number of Sponsors
21
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
21
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2384

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2384

To establish an Independent Financial Technology Working Group to Combat Terrorism and Illicit Financing, and for other purposes.
To establish an Independent Financial Technology Working Group to Combat Terrorism and Illicit Financing, and for other purposes.

Comments

Jadiel Sparks profile image

Jadiel Sparks

766

10 months ago

I'm not sure about this new bill, but I hope it doesn't mess things up too much. #uncertain #shorttermimpact

Madelyn Hopkins profile image

Madelyn Hopkins

729

11 months ago

This bill is so sad, it's gonna hurt a lot of people. I don't like it at all. Who benefits from this?

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