Does Thomas Kean Jr. Support 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.

Vote Type

Final Passage Out Of House

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.

Vote Type

Final Passage Out Of House

Congressman Tom Kean

@CongressmanKean

It's time to stand up for Americans' financial privacy. A Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) would give the federal government unprecedented power to monitor everyday financial transactions. That's why I support the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act to ensure our digital n the hands of the American people, not unelected Washington bureaucrats.

2025-07-17T18:50:50.000Z

Congressman Tom Kean

@CongressmanKean

It’s Crypto Week in the House and three crucial bills are up for a vote later today:

The CLARITY Act lays out common-sense rules for digital assets so innovation can thrive here at home.

The Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act prevents the creation of a government-controlled CBfinancial privacy.

The GENIUS Act sets up clear guardrails for payment stablecoins to protect consumers and keep the U.S. dollar strong. Together, these bills are paving the way for a secure, innovative, and free financial future.

2025-07-17T15:13:00.000Z

Congressman Tom Kean

@CongressmanKean

Later today, the House will vote on the CLARITY Act, a step toward establishing a clear regulatory framework for digital assets. It protects consumers, supports innovation, and gives American entrepreneurs the certainty they need to lead the future of finance. I look forward to use floor.

Financial Services GOP

@FinancialCmte

The CLARITY Act lays a clear framework for:

Growth

Consumer protection

U.S. leadership in global finance

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2025-07-17T14:20:22.000Z

2025-07-17T14:44:48.000Z

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

Somewhat Pro-Crypto

Quoted from www.standwithcrypto.org on Sep 15th, 2024

Congressman Thomas Kean Jr. completed the Stand With Crypto Questionnaire and demonstrated support for crypto and digital assets. He emphasized the importance of crypto in driving technological innovation, economic growth, and job creation. Congressman Thomas Kean Jr. supports comprehensive regulatory frameworks that offer clarity and promote responsible innovation.

Voted for a bill on May 22nd, 2024

Bill Name

FIT21

Details

Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act

Vote Type

Final Passage Out Of House

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

Somewhat Pro-Crypto

Cosponsored a bill on Sep 12th, 2023

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.