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Arkansas Crypto Mining Law Faces Potential Amendments in 2025

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas - Arkansas legislators advanced the prospect of amending the state's existing cryptocurrency mining law on Wednesday, following a series of resolutions presented on the House floor.

Out of the eight resolutions introduced, two successfully passed, while six others were rejected. These resolutions focused on addressing concerns surrounding noise pollution from existing crypto mining sites and the potential for foreign ownership of such facilities.

The current law grants local governments authority over crypto mining sites during their construction phase, allowing them to halt operations if deemed necessary. However, the newly passed resolutions aim to extend this control beyond the construction phase, empowering local city and county governments to regulate the industry and mitigate potential issues.

"This resolution takes a comprehensive approach, addressing key issues," stated Representative Rick McClure (R-Malvern), who sponsored one of the successful resolutions. "By sending it to committee, we can craft a bill that safeguards the interests of Arkansans."

Representative David Ray (R-Maumelle) expressed reservations about several resolutions, advocating for targeted amendments to the current law. "I believe our focus should be on identifying resolutions that directly address specific concerns affecting Arkansans," said Ray.

Despite the differing perspectives, the two resolutions that passed the House will now be forwarded to House committees on Thursday for further deliberation. The outcome of these committee discussions will determine the fate of these amendments to the Arkansas cryptocurrency mining law, which could potentially take effect in 2025.

The deliberations over crypto mining law reflect growing concerns about the noise, energy consumption, and potential environmental impacts associated with these operations. Local communities have raised objections to crypto mining sites in their vicinity, prompting heightened scrutiny and legislative action.

The pending amendments aim to strike a balance between fostering innovation in the crypto industry while ensuring the well-being of local communities and maintaining regulatory oversight. The outcome of these legislative efforts will shape the future of crypto mining in Arkansas and serve as an indicator of the evolving regulatory landscape for this emerging technology.