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Florida Introduces Bill to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Florida Introduces Bill to Establish Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Florida’s House Bill 183 proposes authorizing the state CFO to allocate up to 10% of public funds into Bitcoin and other digital assets, aligning with a federal directive to form a strategic Bitcoin reserve.

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Fact Check
The statement is confirmed by primary evidence from the official Florida House and Senate websites (Sources 1, 7, 8), which detail House Bill 487. The bill's summary text explicitly states its purpose is to 'establish the State Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.' Multiple secondary news sources (Sources 5, 6) corroborate this information.
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Summary

Florida lawmakers have advanced House Bill 183, proposing the allocation of up to 10% of state-managed funds—including general revenue, budget stabilization, and various trust funds—into digital assets such as Bitcoin, tokenized securities, and NFTs. The measure mandates strict custody via the state CFO, qualified custodians, or SEC-registered ETFs. It references a March 2025 federal directive to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve, framing Bitcoin as both a store of value and a hedge against inflation. The bill, which could take effect on July 1, 2026, underscores Florida’s effort to integrate cryptocurrency investments into its financial management framework.

Terms & Concepts
  • Digital Assets: Cryptographically secured tokens, including Bitcoin, tokenized securities, and NFTs, used for investment or payment purposes.
  • Bitcoin: A decentralized digital currency viewed as a store of value and potential hedge against inflation.
  • SEC-Registered ETF: An exchange-traded fund regulated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, ensuring compliance and investor protection.