SB325

Bitcoin; authorizing employee compensation to be made in Bitcoin; authorizing vendor payments to be made in Bitcoin; prescribing procedures. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB325 allows state employees, vendors, and residents to negotiate and receive payments in Bitcoin.

Oklahoma SB325 authorizes state employees, private businesses, and residents to negotiate and receive payments in Bitcoin. The bill outlines procedures for the State Treasurer to select a firm to implement Bitcoin payments, considering factors like fees, speed, cybersecurity, and custody solutions. It also mandates the Treasurer to issue a request for proposal and enter a contract by a specified date. The bill emphasizes compliance with state and federal laws and does not establish Bitcoin as legal tender. Effective November 1, 2025.

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Where it stands

Current
Technology and Telecommunications Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Technology and Telecommunications Committee then to Appropriations Committee

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Deevers