West Virginia
Bitcoin States
West Virginia introduced SB 522 in 2025, proposing to allow the state investment management board to allocate up to 10% of the state's investment fund to Bitcoin. The state has a long history in energy production and is exploring Bitcoin mining as a new revenue stream, particularly using stranded natural gas and existing energy infrastructure.
Details
- State
- West Virginia
- Region
- Southeast
- Status
- in_committee
- Income Tax
- Yes
- Legislation
- SB 522 — state Bitcoin reserve (2025)
- Abbreviation
- WV
- Bitcoin Mining Rights
- Yes
- Bitcoin Friendly Score
- medium
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