US Senate Republicans release new crypto bill text ahead of critical vote
The U.S. Senate will vote Tuesday, September 15, 2026, on whether to advance the Clarity Act. The bill's prospects have improved after Donald Trump agreed to stricter ethics provisions demanded by Democrats. While the cryptocurrency industry is pushing for passage, Senator Elizabeth Warren intends to criticize the legislation on the Senate floor before the preliminary vote. The outcome of this session will likely determine if the legislation proceeds or fails.
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- ✓ The U.S. Senate is scheduled to vote on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, regarding the advancement of the Clarity Act.
- ✓ Donald Trump has agreed to stricter ethics rules requested by Democrats for the crypto bill.
- ✓ Senate Republicans added new ethics language to the text of the cryptocurrency bill.
What changed
Senate Republicans released updated bill text incorporating ethics language approved by Donald Trump.
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Senate to vote on Clarity Act crypto bill following ethics revisions
The U.S. Senate will vote Tuesday, September 15, 2026, on whether to advance the Clarity Act. The bill's prospects have improved after Donald Trump agreed to stricter ethics provisions demanded by Democrats. While the cryptocurrency industry is pushing for passage, Senator Elizabeth Warren intends to criticize the legislation on the Senate floor before the preliminary vote. The outcome of this session will likely determine if the legislation proceeds or fails.
Why it matters
The Clarity Act seeks to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States. Its passage would resolve ongoing disputes between the crypto industry and traditional banking institutions. The bill's progress depends on bridging the gap between industry advocates and skeptical lawmakers.
What is confirmed
- The U.S. Senate is scheduled to vote on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, regarding the advancement of the Clarity Act.
- Donald Trump has agreed to stricter ethics rules requested by Democrats for the crypto bill.
- Senate Republicans added new ethics language to the text of the cryptocurrency bill.
Still unconfirmed
- Senator Elizabeth Warren plans to rip the Clarity Act on the Senate floor.
- The bill is escalating a fight between the crypto industry and banks.
What to watch next
- Senator Elizabeth Warren's floor speech regarding the act.
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