MA S200

Bill

Relative to blockchain and cryptocurrencies

Introduced
01/22/2019

In Committee
08/10/2020

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the emerging technologies of blockchain and cryptocurrencies. The commission will examine the feasibility and advisability of using blockchain for government records, court proceedings, corporate records, voter records, statewide registries, government payments, taxation, and regulations on the energy consumption associated with cryptocurrencies. The commission will consist of 15 members, including legislative leaders, chairs of relevant committees, and representatives from various state agencies and the governor's office. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to the legislature within one year.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Cynthia Creem (D), Eric Lesser (D), Tommy Vitolo (D),

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently (on 08/10/2020)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S200

(7 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S200
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S200.pdf

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