Senate Ag Committee Approves CLARITY Act Segment Amid Partisan Vote

Published at 2026-01-29 17:16:17

The Senate Agriculture Committee approved its segment of the CLARITY Act during markup on Jan. 29, advancing the larger crypto package after Republican members used their majority to secure passage. The measure moved forward without bipartisan backing, underscoring political friction even as lawmakers push to provide clearer rules for digital assets.

The vote matters because the CLARITY Act aims to settle jurisdictional questions and reduce uncertainty for crypto firms and investors—outcomes that could shape enforcement, product development, and market behavior. With the bill now progressing to the next Senate steps, stakeholders should expect more negotiation and potential amendments as partisan divisions could affect timing and final language.

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