A new bill seeks to mandate a 20-year hold on US Bitcoin reserves, with sales only permitted to reduce national debt.
US lawmakers introduced the ARMA bill, aiming to establish a federal Bitcoin reserve policy. The proposal requires holding Bitcoin for at least 20 years unless sold to reduce the $39 trillion national debt. The US currently holds 328,372 Bitcoin, valued at over $25.5 billion, but lacks a formal strategy for its management.
The bill, co-sponsored by 16 lawmakers, builds on the BITCOIN Act and proposes acquiring up to 1 million Bitcoin over five years without taxpayer funding. Proponents argue it could strengthen America’s economic position amid growing digital asset adoption. Previous holdings have been sold under court orders, highlighting the need for a structured approach.
The White House has reviewed the legal framework for a Bitcoin reserve, calling it a breakthrough for safeguarding assets. The proposal reflects broader efforts to address the role of digital assets in national economic policy.