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ID S1333

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/23/2026
Judiciary and Rules2/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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