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VA HB665

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michelle Maldonado

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires virtual currency kiosk operators in Virginia to obtain a license from the State Corporation Commission before conducting transactions, with unlicensed transactions deemed void and unenforceable.

  • Establishes transaction limits of $2,000 per day for new users, $5,000 daily maximum for all users, and $10,000 monthly maximum, with a mandatory 48-hour hold period on new user transactions.

  • Caps transaction fees at 18 percent of the transaction value and mandates clear disclosure of all charges, exchange rates, and fraud warnings in the user's chosen language.

  • Requires operators to use blockchain analytics software to detect fraud and money laundering, verify user identity with government-issued ID, and provide staff training materials on recognizing scams to kiosk locations.

  • Mandates refunds of transaction fees to fraud victims who report within 90 days and submit documentation within 120 days, and requires live customer service during all operating hours including 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Legislative Description

Financial institutions and services; virtual currency kiosk operators, license required, penalties.

Last Action

Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance and Appropriations2/23/2026
Commerce and Labor2/9/2026
Communications, Technology and Innovation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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