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PA HB883

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Benjamin Waxman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Virtual currency lenders must notify the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities at least 90 days before conducting business in the Commonwealth, providing company information, parent/subsidiary details, and compliance statements

  • Lenders must hold collateral equal to a minimum of 100% of the value of virtual currency exchanged in money or cash equivalents, to be used to reimburse clients in cases of default, fraud, or technical failure

  • Client funds and digital assets must be segregated from the lender's own money and digital assets

  • Violations carry escalating fines: $5,000 for the first offense, $10,000 for the second, and $20,000 for third and subsequent violations, with potential prohibition from operating in Pennsylvania after a third violation

  • The act takes effect 60 days after enactment, with the Department of Banking and Securities responsible for promulgating implementing regulations

Legislative Description

Providing for collateral requirements for virtual currency lenders and for segregation of funds; and imposing penalties.

Last Action

Referred to Commerce

3/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Commerce3/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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