US lawmakers renew strategic Bitcoin reserve push with ARMA bill

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US lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 seeks to acquire approximately 1 million Bitcoin over five years, with a minimum holding period of 20 years. This initiative builds on previous legislation and aims to strengthen the US's position in the digital asset landscape.

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▪The American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 aims to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve held by the US Treasury Department.
▪Under the new bill, Bitcoin must be held for at least 20 years unless sold to reduce national debt.
▪The US currently holds over 328,000 Bitcoin, making it the largest holder among nation-states.

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▪ US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill Reintroduced In Congress As ARMA With 20-Year HODL Requirement — Reddit

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Written by Brayden Lindrea⁠, Staff Writer. Reviewed by Felix Ng⁠, Staff Editor. Written by Brayden Lindrea⁠, Staff Writer. Reviewed by Felix Ng⁠, Staff Editor. US lawmakers renew strategic Bitcoin reserve push with ARMA billLatest NewsPublishedMay 22, 2026Under the American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026, Bitcoin must be held for a minimum of 20 years unless used to slash national debt.US lawmakers have renewed efforts to codify a US strategic Bitcoin reserve with a new bipartisan bill on Thursday that seeks to acquire around 1 million Bitcoin over five years.

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