Does Andy Barr Support Crypto?

Based on previous comments, Andy Barr has indicated they are very pro-cryptocurrency. Below you can view the tweets, quotes, and other commentary Andy Barr has made about Bitcoin, Ethereum, and cryptocurrency innovation.

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Very Pro-Crypto

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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
President Trump isn’t just leading on debanking because it happened to him, he’s doing it to protect every American - to prevent it from happening to any pastor, firearms manufacturer, coal mine, or Crypto company ever again. I’m leading the fight with him.
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Rapid Response 47
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Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Guarantees Fair Banking for All Americans whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/20…
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Very Pro-Crypto

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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
The Chairman of @BankingGOP, @SenatorTimScott and I are leading the FIRM Act to stop woke regulators from weaponizing the financial system. Whether it’s crypto, firearms, natural gas, or coal, no legal industry should be blacklisted by woke regulators.
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U.S. Senate Banking Committee GOP
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“…@SenatorTimScott, along with @RepAndyBarr, introduced the FIRM Act to codify the removal of the vague language to prevent a future administration from seamlessly reversing the reputation-based account closures.” foxbusiness.com/politics/finan…
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Rep. Andy Barr's tweet on the FIRM Act and "woke regulators" earns a perfect 100 for crypto. Why? Because it directly addresses the concerning trend of "Operation Choke Point 2.0," where banks are pressured to debank legal businesses, including crypto companies. This practice stifles innovation and undermines the fundamental right to financial services. By championing the FIRM Act, Barr aims to protect lawful industries from politically motivated discrimination, ensuring a fair playing field for crypto and other sectors. This is a crucial step towards fostering a healthy regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation in the crypto space. The explicit mention of crypto alongside other industries reinforces his commitment to protecting the industry from regulatory overreach.

Very Pro-Crypto

Voted for a bill on Jul 17th, 2025
Bill Name
GENIUS Act
Details
The GENIUS Act of 2025 proposes a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. It defines permitted issuers (insured depository institutions, their subsidiaries, and approved nonbank entities) and mandates 1:1 reserve backing with specific high-quality assets. The bill outlines federal and state regulatory oversight options, sets requirements for customer asset segregation, and grants stablecoin holders priority in insolvency proceedings. It also clarifies that regulated payment stablecoins are not considered securities or commodities under various acts. The bill designates issuers as financial institutions under the Bank Secrecy Act, requiring compliance with AML, KYC, and sanctions regulations to prevent illicit finance and safeguard national security. It also reinforces U.S. leadership in digital finance by supporting innovation and ensuring the dollar remains competitive in a rapidly evolving global financial landscape.
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Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Pro-Crypto

Voted for a bill on Jul 17th, 2025
Bill Name
CLARITY Act
Details
The "Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025," or "CLARITY Act of 2025," establishes a regulatory framework for digital commodities, granting the CFTC exclusive jurisdiction over spot market transactions and related entities like exchanges, brokers, and dealers. It aims to differentiate digital commodities from securities, introduce a "mature blockchain system" concept for regulatory exemptions, and protect individual self-custody rights.
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Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Pro-Crypto

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Congressman Andy Barr
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It’s critical that we send the GENIUS Act to the President’s desk. I proudly support this legislation because it pegs stablecoins to the U.S. dollar—cementing the dollar’s dominance in the digital age. In plain terms: stablecoins will finally be stable.
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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
This week, Democrats hijacked our @FinancialCmte hearing on making the USA the crypto capital of the world to take cheap shots at President @realDonaldTrump. The President’s assets are in a blind trust and are a non-issue. I’m leading and working with the Trump Administration to make the United States the global leader in digital assets, blockchain and DeFi.
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Voted for a bill on Mar 11th, 2025
Bill Name
H.J. Res 25
Details
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to "Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales".
Vote Type
Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Pro-Crypto

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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
Agreed! That is why we should pass my Fair Access to Banking Act which would ensure legal crypto companies have access to banking services.
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French Hill
@RepFrenchHill
Under Operation Choke Point 2.0, @FDICgov politically targeted American business and pressured banks to sever ties with entire industries like crypto. Next Congress @FinancialCmte stands ready to work with @realDonaldTrump to halt and reverse these practices, and finally conduct a full investigation.
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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
The SEC’s moving target on crypto regulation leaves crypto companies and market participants exposed to abuse by the agency, and impedes innovation in the United States. Watch my full line of questioning ⬇️. https://t.co/Ghbs9G3fvh
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Andy Barr reposted the post below
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Financial Services GOP
@FinancialCmte
#WATCH: Subcommittee Chairman @RepAndyBarr calls out the @SECGov's regulation by enforcement of digital assets: "Chair Gensler, you say Howey is clear, but let me tell you what's not clear... what the rules of the road are if you're in the crypto business." 📺 👇
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Took stances on a bill between Sep 12th, 2023 and May 23rd, 2024
Bill Name
CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act
Details
To amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal Reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, to prohibit the use of central bank digital currency for monetary policy, and for other purposes.
Timeline
Sep 12th, 2023
Somewhat Pro-Crypto
Cosponsored
May 23rd, 2024
Somewhat Pro-Crypto
Voted for - Final Passage Out Of House
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Voted for a bill on May 8th, 2024
Bill Name
SAB 121 House Joint Resolution
Details
For congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121". This staff accounting bulletin expresses the views of the staff regarding the accounting for obligations to safeguard crypto-assets an entity holds for platform users.
Vote Type
Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Pro-Crypto

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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
The Security and Exchange Commission’s Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 121 would leave consumers at risk by discouraging regulated banks from serving digital asset customers. My full remarks in opposition ⬇️. https://t.co/ymXqNxHxgD
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Cosponsored a bill on Sep 28th, 2023
Bill Name
Uniform Treatment of Custodial Assets Act
Details
To prohibit certain Federal agencies from requiring certain institutions to include assets held in custody as a liability, and for other purposes.
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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
Instead of giving the govt more power & control over our financial info, we need to encourage pvt sector innovation in the digital assets space which is propelling us into an era of frictionless transactions, faster payments & more efficient capital formation in the pvt sector.
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Andy Barr reposted the post below
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Financial Services GOP
@FinancialCmte
In his exchange with Liang, @RepAndyBarr emphasized how #stablecoins, if issued under a clear regulatory framework, have the potential to: ✅ Maintain the U.S. $ as the global reserve currency ✅ Solve the same issues as a potential CBDC ✅ Enhance U.S. competitiveness https://t.co/62E1LZNc96
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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
China’s draconian restrictions on crypto exposes the weaknesses of their flawed economic system. This is an opening for the U.S. to unleash the American entrepreneurial spirit to capitalize on the CCP’s mistake. More on crytpo & my new China sanctions bill from @PhelimKine ⬇️ https://t.co/Ov6ku7oDsa
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@PhelimKine
Unleash the #Crypto! U.S. lawmakers see electronic gold in turning China's cryptocurrency ban into an un-or-less-regulated U.S. financial bonanza. Thanks @SenLummis @RepAndyBarr @SenToomey @RepThompson @CongressmanGT @PatrickMcHenry @RonWyden politi.co/3ommaza
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Congressman Andy Barr
@RepAndyBarr
Countries are moving on central bank digital currencies (CBDC) & @FinancialCmte looked at potential costs & benefits today. China is ahead on its CBDC & we cant let them out-compete the U.S. on this. We also can’t move too fast & get it wrong. My opening statement ⬇️ https://t.co/WKQ0rKqdCx
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Financial Services GOP
@FinancialCmte
Subcommittee Republican Leader @RepAndyBarr at today's hearing on #CBDCs: "We must realize that getting it right is more important than getting it done fast." 📺 Watch 👇
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