U.S. Senate Plans Crypto Regulation Bill Markup in January

The U.S. Senate is set to mark up a new cryptocurrency regulation bill in early 2026, led by Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott and Agriculture Chair John Boozman.

This legislation could reshape crypto markets, affecting regulations on stablecoins and digital commodities, with key stakeholders anticipating landmark changes and potential Senate hearings in January.

U.S. Senate Banking and Agriculture Committees will hold a markup session on crypto regulation in January 2026, led by Chairmen Tim Scott and John Boozman.

The markup aims to solidify crypto market structures, particularly affecting digital commodities and stablecoin regulation, responding to President Trump’s calls for action.

Bipartisan Efforts to Focus on Stablecoin Oversight

The Senate’s move follows discussions on crypto market structures, focusing on stablecoin yield programs. This development is part of a broader effort towards regulatory clarity, driven by insights from industry leaders like David Sacks.

Chairs Tim Scott and John Boozman are working toward bipartisan support. With prior markup attempts stalled, their aim is to finalize legislative priorities, impacting assets like BTC and ETH. David Sacks, White House Crypto Adviser, emphasized, “We are closer than ever to passing the landmark crypto market structure legislation that President Trump has called for,” and anticipates Senate hearings in January.

Mature Blockchains May Gain Regulatory Exemptions

The impending legislation could redefine how digital commodities are classified and regulated in the market. This includes the exemption of mature blockchains from SEC oversight under certain conditions.

The political and financial implications are significant, with potential shifts in the stablecoin market and digital asset rewards programs. Market responses remain speculative given past legislative challenges.

CLARITY Act Frames the Current Legislative Push

Previous attempts to pass similar bills encountered delays due to disagreements over DeFi regulations. The CLARITY Act, passed in July 2025, serves as a reference point for the current efforts.

Experts anticipate that established regulatory frameworks will aid in more streamlined processes, potentially increasing investor confidence in digital asset markets. Historical data suggests improved clarity often leads to a more robust market landscape.