Texas Doubles Down on Bitcoin: New Law Shields State’s Crypto Treasury

Lone Star State locks horns with regulators as it fortifies its Bitcoin reserves.

Texas just fired the latest salvo in the state vs. feds crypto showdown. Governor Greg Abbott signed legislation yesterday creating an ironclad legal framework for the state's Bitcoin holdings—effectively giving the middle finger to potential federal overreach.

The move comes as no surprise. Texas has been quietly amassing Bitcoin since 2021, when it became the first state to accept crypto for tax payments. Now they're playing defense with a playbook that would make Satoshi proud.

Key provisions include bulletproof custody solutions and a prohibition on seizure attempts by federal agencies. Because nothing says 'Don't tread on me' like cryptographic proof-of-work.

Wall Street analysts are predictably clutching their pearls—meanwhile, Texas' digital treasury keeps stacking sats while the Fed prints another $10 billion. Some states hedge against inflation with gold bars. Others write their hedge into law.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott just signed a new law (House Bill 4488) that protects the state’s Bitcoin reserves and other crypto holdings. Without this law, these funds might have been forced to be sold off in 2025. Now, they’re safe and won’t be treated like regular government money. This shows that Texas is serious about using and protecting cryptocurrency as part of its official financial plans. 

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4488 (HB 4488), which protects certain state funds, including any Bitcoin reserves held outside the state treasury. He has not yet decided on Senate Bill 21 (SB21), which would authorize Texas to invest in crypto assets with a…

Bitcoin Investment Bill Awaits Abbott’s Decision

While HB 4488 is now law, all eyes are on Senate Bill 21 (SB21), which proposes allowing Texas to invest directly in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies with market caps over $500 billion. At present, only Bitcoin qualifies, making it the prime candidate for state investment. Governor Abbott has until June 22 to sign or veto SB21. If he takes no action, the bill will become law automatically.

SB21 would mark a major milestone in crypto adoption at the state level, aligning Texas with a growing number of institutions that view Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset.

Institutional Momentum Builds Around Bitcoin

Governor Abbott’s steps mirror a broader institutional trend. Hedge fund manager Eric Semler, who chairs healthcare firm Semler Scientific, has been vocal in his support of Bitcoin as a long-term investment. Semler’s firm recently increased its Bitcoin holdings, reinforcing the view that crypto is gaining ground as a store of value.

His popular approach, investing in what most don’t, has paid off historically, especially in turbulent markets. Semler’s confidence in Bitcoin also echoes the sentiment of a growing number of hedge funds; recent data shows nearly half now have some crypto exposure.

Texas is Sending a Message

The passage of HB 4488 shows that Texas is serious about protecting its crypto reserves. If SB21 follows, the state could become one of the first to officially invest in Bitcoin. Together, these two bills reflect a calculated but forward-looking approach. For investors and institutions watching from the sidelines, Texas might be the place where crypto meets government policy and gets taken seriously.