Bill · H.R. 1664· House(119-HR-1664)
Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 2/27/2025
- Last activity
- 6/24/2025 — Received in the Senate.
- Sponsored by
- Kat Cammack
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Awaiting Senate
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
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+6
The bill prioritizes developing policies for cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure via blockchain.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+5
The bill aims to increase US economic security and competitiveness through blockchain technology.
Would business owners be better off under this?+5
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. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+5Improves Small Business Support+4Improves Consumer Protection+3Increases Job Creation+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+5Good For Rural Residents+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+6
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+3Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+2
- 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