On September 25, 2025, Ohio’s State Depository Board unanimously approved a vendor contract enabling the use of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin for state fees and services. The move, requested in April by Secretary of State Frank LaRose and State Auditor Robert Sprague, was described by LaRose as a bold step placing Ohio at the forefront of the digital economy. This initiative complements broader legislative efforts to integrate digital assets into the state’s financial framework, including proposals for a state Bitcoin reserve.