Wyoming2025Did Not Pass
HB0308
Cryptographic Frontiers Act
Last scannedOct 13, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
The bill requires the Wyoming Attorney General to investigate federal actions reported by residents that may harm blockchain or cryptocurrency activities and allows the Attorney General to take legal action if needed.
What it does
- Creates a new law called the Cryptographic Frontiers Act.
- Requires the Wyoming Attorney General to look into reports of federal overreach involving blockchain or cryptocurrency issues from Wyoming residents.
- Allows the Attorney General to file lawsuits, intervene in existing cases, or submit legal briefs if federal actions harm Wyoming's digital asset regulations or resident rights.
- Defines key terms related to cryptocurrencies and blockchains.
Who it affects
- Wyoming residents who report issues with federal blockchain or cryptocurrency policies.
- The Wyoming Attorney General who must investigate these reports.
- Federal agencies involved in regulating blockchain and cryptocurrency activities.
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass in the session it was introduced.
- It only applies to Wyoming residents and businesses, not other states.
- Details on how the Attorney General will obtain approval from the governor before taking legal action are not specified.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Blockchain
- A digital ledger of transactions that is secure and decentralized, often used for cryptocurrencies.
- Cryptocurrency
- Digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security.
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Bill history
- H Did not Consider for IntroductionHouse
- H Received for IntroductionHouse
- Bill Number AssignedLSO