U.S. Lawmakers Reintroduce Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act to Shield Developers
Representatives Tom Emmer and Ritchie Torres have spearheaded a bipartisan push to clarify regulatory boundaries for blockchain developers. The Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) explicitly excludes non-custodial developers from money transmitter classification—a MOVE applauded by industry groups seeking U.S. leadership in decentralized innovation.
Political headwinds persist as legislators grapple with broader crypto oversight concerns. The bill’s fate hinges on navigating partisan divides while addressing legitimate consumer protection questions—a delicate balancing act for proponents of permissionless development.