Vermont
Bitcoin States
Vermont passed H.89 in 2024, creating a study commission on digital assets and blockchain technology for state use. Vermont was an early mover in blockchain regulation, passing the first-in-the-nation blockchain data law in 2018. The state is known for environmental scrutiny of Bitcoin mining given its strong green energy commitments.
Details
- State
- Vermont
- Governor
- Phil Scott
- Known For
- First-in-nation blockchain data law (2018), H.89 study commission, green energy scrutiny of mining
- Income Tax
- Yes
- Bill Number
- H 228
- Description
- Vermont proposed H 228 to study digital asset adoption including Bitcoin for state investments. Small state with limited Bitcoin-specific activity.
- Abbreviation
- VT
- Notable Legislation
- H.89 (2024) digital assets study commission, blockchain data law (2018)
- Bitcoin Mining Rights
- No
- Bitcoin Friendly Score
- low
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