Michigan Advances Bitcoin Reserve Plan Amid State-Level Initiatives

  • Michigan's plan for a state-run Bitcoin (BTC) reserve progresses after initial delays.
  • House Bill 4087, introduced in February, has moved to the Government Operations Committee.
  • The bill permits the allocation of up to 10% of Michigan’s general and stabilization funds into cryptocurrency, with strict custody and security rules.
  • The initiative is supported by Republican Representatives Bryan Posthumus and Ron Robinson.
  • This move mirrors similar actions in Texas, New Hampshire, and Arizona.
  • Nationwide, 47 states have proposed Bitcoin reserve legislation; 26 have active bills.
  • On a federal level, the U.S. House has requested a study on the feasibility of a national Bitcoin reserve, focusing on custody, cybersecurity, and accounting standards.