June 18, 2025
President Donald Trump is calling for rapid action from House Republicans concerning the recently Senate-approved cryptocurrency legislation. In a fervent post on Truth Social late Wednesday, Trump emphasized the urgency of passing a "clean" version of the Senate's stablecoin bill, known as the GENIUS Act, urging "NO DELAYS, NO ADD ONS."
The Senate's decision to pass the bill, which aims to establish the first U.S. regulatory framework for digital tokens pegged to the dollar's value, has set high expectations. Trump hailed the bill as a transformative move that would position America as the "UNDISPUTED Leader in Digital Assets," predicting a bright future filled with "MASSIVE Investment and Big Innovation."
However, the path forward is not devoid of challenges. House Republicans, led by Financial Services Chair French Hill (R-Ark.), have expressed some reservations. While they support stablecoin legislation, they are considering whether to incorporate the Senate’s bill into a larger crypto legislative package, which might delay its passage. This larger package would also cover broader aspects of the crypto market and is seen as crucial for a comprehensive regulatory approach.
Brooke Nethercott, a spokesperson for Hill, acknowledged the complexity of the situation, stating that Hill is looking forward "to continued collaboration with our members and House leadership as we work toward a path forward."
In the Senate, enthusiasm for the bill remains strong, with lead sponsor Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) describing it as a potential "win" for the American public. Hagerty emphasized the importance of seizing the current opportunity for a legislative victory that could be finalized before the Fourth of July.
The urgency conveyed by Trump and the Senate contrasts with the cautious approach of some House Republicans who fear that quickly passing the Senate bill might undermine efforts to address broader market structure issues in the crypto industry. This tension highlights the balancing act between advancing specific legislation swiftly and the desire to create a comprehensive regulatory framework that could serve the burgeoning digital asset market more effectively.