Governor of Utah Spencer Cox signed a bill for the creation of the Blockchain and Digital Innovation Task Force
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The state of Utah passed the Bill for the creation of the Blockchain and Digital Task Force, responsible for regulating blockchain initiatives and formulating policy recommendations on matters related to blockchain technology. The bill was signed by Spencer Cox, the Governor of Utah.
At least three crypto and blockchain-related bills have already been passed in the State Legislature. The list includes House Bill 456, which allows the Beehive State to accept cryptocurrency payments.
The task force created under the bill will have 20 members from various blockchain-related fields, including cryptocurrency and fintech. Out of the 20 members, not more than five members will be appointed by the Senate, up to five members by the speaker of the House of Representatives, and up to five members by the governor.
The members will study the implications and possibilities of blockchain technology and formulate policy recommendations for the promotion and adoption of blockchain, fintech, and other emerging digital innovations. The scope of policy-making entails the non-financial incentives for the industries related to these sectors.
The task force will be needed to present an annual report on or before November 30 to the Business and Labour Interim Committee–the two committees of the Utah State Senate. According to the bill, the Utah Division of Finance will be required to provide staff support to the task force.