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Momentum Grows for Blockchain Action in Washington
Recent developments around blockchain in Washington, DC are setting the stage for even bigger moves in the year ahead.

Can Blockchain Help America’s Veterans? One Lawmaker Thinks So
A US congressman has proposed that the country’s administration for veterans affairs use blockchain to track medical appointments.

Blockchain Support Bill Passes Vote in US Congress
The House of Representatives has passed a resolution calling for a national technology policy which includes language for digital currencies.

US Senators Seek Blockchain Guidance From CFPB, Federal Reserve
Twenty-two US senators sent a leader to senior government officials and the Federal Reserve requesting information about the regulation of blockchain.

Congressional Resolution Calls on US Government to Support Blockchain
A new Congressional resolution calls on the government to support payment innovations like digital currencies and blockchain.

Congressional Committee Hears Testimony on Blockchain in Health Care
A representative for a US think tank spoke before a Congressional committee yesterday on blockchain's role in health care.

Energy and Commerce Committee Talks Bitcoin in Congressional Hearing
A US Congressional subcommittee on commerce and trade held a hearing today on the subject of digital currencies and blockchain technology.

Arizona Congressman Supports Blockchain 'Revolution' at DC Summit
Bitcoin and blockchain technology were heralded as innovations by members of the US government at a conference this week.

Congressman Stockman: It’s Too Early to Regulate Bitcoin
In a new interview with CoinDesk, US Rep. Steve Stockman (R-TX) said that his moratorium bill is meant to protect the development of cryptocurrency.

Proposed US Law Calls For Five-Year Moratorium on Bitcoin Regulation
The Cryptocurrency Protocol Protection and Moratorium Act seeks to place a moratorium on federal and state-level regulation for five years.
