Establishes cryptocurrencies as a form of payment for state agencies
This bill allows New York state agencies to accept cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum as payment for fees, fines, taxes, and other obligations owed to the state. It directly affects individuals and businesses paying state charges, as well as state agencies managing payments. Key provisions require state agencies to establish agreements with cryptocurrency issuers detailing terms, allow service fees up to transaction costs, and treat crypto payments as conditional until fully processed. The bill does not change existing debts or obligations but adds crypto as an optional payment method under specific contractual terms.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 10, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
Apr 10, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Clyde Vanel
DDemocratic
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