GENIUS Act signed - first major pro-crypto legislation benefiting Trump holdings

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Trump signed GENIUS Act (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins) July 18, 2025, first major crypto law passed by Congress (House 308-122, Senate 68-30). Establishes federal stablecoin framework requiring 100% reserves (cash/ Treasuries), Bank Secrecy Act compliance. Trump’s World Liberty Financial issued USD1 stablecoin, though bill bars officials issuing stablecoins during service. Ian Katz called it “Good Housekeeping seal” for crypto industry.

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[1] Trump signs landmark GENIUS Act, hailing 'exciting new frontier' for crypto · Jul 18, 2025 Tier 1

[2] GENIUS Act for Stablecoins Passes House on Way to be First Major U.S. Crypto Law · Jul 17, 2025 Tier 2

[3] A 'Crypto Week' win: Congress passes 1st major crypto legislation in the U.S. · Jul 17, 2025 Tier 1

[4] Congress Passes GENIUS Act: Landmark Framework for Payment Stablecoins · Jul 18, 2025 Tier 2

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The Cascade Ledger. “GENIUS Act signed - first major pro-crypto legislation benefiting Trump holdings.” The Capture Cascade Timeline, July 18, 2025. https://capturecascade.org/event/2025-07-18--genius-act-crypto-legislation/