News Summary
Texas has officially established the nation’s first fully funded Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, aimed at positioning the state as a leader in the cryptocurrency sector. Signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott, this initiative allows the state to manage Bitcoin as a long-term investment. With a focus on financial resilience and bolstering the economy against inflation, Texas is also committed to transparency and independent oversight. This groundbreaking move reflects Texas’s ambition to attract cryptocurrency businesses and innovators, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s approach to digital finance.
AUSTIN, TEXAS—On June 20, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law SB 21, establishing the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This innovative state-managed fund aims to hold Bitcoin as a long-term investment, positioning Texas as a cryptocurrency-friendly jurisdiction. The Reserve is designed to provide opportunities for businesses in the cryptocurrency sector while enhancing the state’s financial resilience and safeguarding against inflation.
The Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve will exclusively hold Bitcoin, as only cryptocurrencies with an average market capitalization of at least $500 billion are eligible for inclusion. Currently, Bitcoin is the only cryptocurrency meeting this criterion. The Reserve will be funded through legislative appropriations, investment proceeds, dedicated revenue streams, and voluntary cryptocurrency donations, but it will operate independently from Texas’ general treasury system.
Oversight of the Reserve will be managed by a five-person advisory committee consisting of professionals knowledgeable in crypto investments. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts will administer the fund and is required to publish public reports biennially, detailing the fund’s value and any administrative actions to ensure transparency.
In conjunction with SB 21, another legislation, HB 4488, was also passed, ensuring that the Reserve’s funds are distinct from the state’s general revenue fund. This dual legislative move underscores Texas’ ambition to emerge as a global hub for finance and digital asset innovation.
The establishment of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve makes Texas the first state to commit public funds to a Bitcoin reserve, joining Arizona and New Hampshire in this pioneering effort. This initiative builds on previous pro-cryptocurrency legislation in Texas, including HB 591, SB 29, and HB 19. HB 591, enacted on June 2, 2023, encourages partnerships between gas producers and Bitcoin miners by providing severance tax exemptions on certain natural gas wells, promoting sustainable Bitcoin mining operations. Similarly, SB 29 modernized the Texas Business Organization Code to support businesses and defined the legal predictability of the business judgment rule. Furthermore, HB 19 established the Texas Business Court to facilitate specialized resolution for business disputes through experienced judges.
Looking ahead, the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), set to launch in 2026, aims to bolster Texas’ role in accessing U.S. equity capital markets, further consolidating its position in the financial landscape.
While experts view SB 21 as a significant symbol of Texas’ leadership in technology, the current funding of the Reserve stands at $10 million. However, the absence of an official cap on future investments grants Texas more flexibility in its approach to buying, selling, and holding cryptocurrency, allowing the state to capitalize on investment opportunities as they arise.
It is important to note that Texas’ new law does not authorize the state to accept Bitcoin payments or integrate cryptocurrency into its financial practices at this time; the Reserve is strictly an investment fund. This cautious approach helps ensure that the state maintains a measured stance while exploring potential benefits associated with Bitcoin and digital assets.
Supporters of the Reserve have praised Texas for its flexibility compared to similar reserves in other states, highlighting the importance of attracting investment and innovation in the rapidly evolving field of digital finance. As cryptocurrency advocacy groups express support for this initiative, they emphasize its potential to stimulate economic growth and technological advancement within Texas.
In summary, with the enactment of SB 21 and HB 4488, Texas is charting a bold path about cryptocurrency investments, further establishing itself as a destination for businesses and innovators in the digital finance sector.
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