Digital Asset Market Clarity Act stories

Sep 4, 2026

National Sheriffs' Association shifts to neutral stance on Digital Asset Market Clarity Act

The National Sheriffs' Association withdrew its opposition to the CLARITY Act and adopted a neutral position ahead of a scheduled Senate vote, removing a prominent law enforcement objection to the digital asset legislation though not endorsing it.

Sep 4, 20263 sources

May 14, 2026

Senate Banking Committee Approves Digital Asset Market Clarity Act Despite National Security Concerns

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee voted on May 14, 2026 to advance the Clarity Act, a comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation bill, marking the first major legislative progress for the crypto industry. The approval came despite minority staff releasing a national security advisory warning the bill fails to address vulnerabilities exploited by criminals and foreign adversaries.

May 14, 20264 sources

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▪The Major County Sheriffs of America previously moved its position on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act from opposition to neutral.
▪The National Sheriffs' Association changed its position on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act from opposed to neutral in a letter dated September 3, 2026.
▪The House of Representatives' plan to hold final votes before the midterm election right after the Senate returns makes passage of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act before the November 2026 election unlikely.

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Crypto lobbying2 Crypto regulation2 Anti-money laundering (AML)1 CLARITY Act1 Crypto market regulation1 Crypto privacy & surveillance1 Crypto regulatory frameworks1

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