Tim Scott to Push Cryptocurrency Market Structure Bill Through Senate Banking and Agriculture Committees Next Month

Tim Scott, chair of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, signaled a concerted push for the crypto market structure bill with plans for a vote in the upcoming month. He outlined a possible markup in two committees and a full Senate ballot early next year, advancing a clear regulatory framework for digital assets.

Because the legislation touches both securities and commodities regulation, it requires concurrence from the Senate Banking Committee and the Agriculture Committee before advancing. Proponents argue the measure would bolster consumer protection and help anchor the United States’ position as a technology and financial services leader in the crypto space.

Past efforts faced opposition, with Scott noting obstruction from opposition blocs as a factor in stalling the bill before September. The current plan hinges on bipartisan support and procedural momentum, with a clear emphasis on a structured pathway to a possible White House signature if enacted into law.