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ID S1333
Bill
Status
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires virtual currency kiosk operators to obtain a money transmitter license from the Idaho Department of Finance and submit quarterly and annual reports including transaction data, complaint records, and compliance officer contact information
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Limits new customers to $2,000 per 24-hour period and $10,000 cumulative within the first 30 days, with a mandatory 72-hour settlement delay on first transactions and full refund rights for fraud victims during that period
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Mandates on-screen fraud warnings alerting users that scammers may impersonate government agents, family members, or law enforcement, along with disclosure of all fees, exchange rates, and material risks
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Requires operators to provide live customer service 7 days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., use blockchain analytics software to detect suspicious activity, and block transactions to wallets associated with overseas exchanges inaccessible to U.S. users
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Violations constitute unfair and deceptive practices under the Idaho Consumer Protection Act, with penalties including license revocation and misdemeanor charges with fines up to $1,000; effective date July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to establish the Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud Prevention Act.
VIRTUAL CURRENCY KIOSK FRAUD PREVENTION ACT
Last Action
Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs
2/23/2026