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Republican-led House Bill Limits Fed’s Ability to Distribute CBDCs to Public

BlockNews Team by BlockNews Team
September 21, 2023
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  • The House Financial Services Committee advanced a Republican-led bill prohibiting the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency directly to individuals.
  • Strong Democratic opposition labels the bill as hindering innovation and potentially jeopardizing the dollar’s global reserve status.
  • While 130 countries explore CBDCs, the bill’s future in the Democrat-majority Senate remains uncertain.

On September 20, 2023, a storm brewed in the U.S. House Financial Services Committee as it debated the potential issuance of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve. At the center of the tempest was the “CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act,” HR 5403, introduced by Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn. This bill sought to prevent the Federal Reserve from directly or indirectly issuing a CBDC to American individuals, citing concerns over governmental surveillance and infringement on citizens’ financial privacy.

Rep. Emmer and his supporters argue that CBDCs, unless designed to mimic cash, provide the government with unprecedented power to surveil and restrict American transactions. He dubbed the potential overreach as “downright un-American.” In his eyes, this digital currency, controlled programmatically by the government, could threaten the core values that the U.S. stands for.

Backing these concerns, the Blockchain Association showed support for Emmer’s bill, noting that a CBDC raises “major privacy concerns” and warning against the government’s potential ability to track and scrutinize individual purchases. They, along with other supporters, emphasize the Constitution’s protection of financial privacy and see the CBDC as a potential challenge to that right.

Voices of Dissent

However, not all committee members shared this view. Democrats expressed strong opposition, with Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-Mass, terming the bill an “act of breathless stupidity.” He further warned that the bill risks sidelining the U.S. in an evolving digital world, noting that approximately 130 countries, making up 98 percent of the global GDP, are already exploring CBDCs.

Similarly, Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., a notable figure in the debate and former leader of the House Financial Services Committee, criticized the Republicans’ “anti-innovation stance.” She pointed out the danger of the U.S. potentially losing its status as the world’s reserve currency if it fails to innovate alongside its global counterparts.

The Bigger Picture

While the debate over CBDCs is fierce, it’s essential to note that the Federal Reserve is still in the exploratory phase, with officials stating they are not close to its development. They released a report last year detailing the pros and cons of CBDCs, underscoring the importance of understanding the potential benefits and challenges such an initiative could bring.

Moreover, the debate doesn’t stop at CBDCs. Other legislations related to the crypto world have been making their way through the House, reflecting the broader challenges the U.S. faces in defining its stance on digital currencies and assets.

As the global financial landscape evolves and other nations move forward with their CBDC explorations and implementations, the U.S. faces a critical choice: to forge ahead in the digital currency realm or proceed with caution, prioritizing privacy and control.

Disclaimer: BlockNews provides independent reporting on crypto, blockchain, and digital finance. All content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Readers should do their own research before making investment decisions. Some articles may use AI tools to assist in drafting, but every piece is reviewed and edited by our editorial team of experienced crypto writers and analysts before publication.
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