Lawmakers weigh study and charter framework for digital assets; DCCA seeks technologist support

Feb 7, 2026

Several digital‑asset bills including a study (SB 2493) and charter framework (SB 2757) were discussed; DCCA said it needs technologist expertise or consultants to evaluate stablecoin and charter proposals while industry and proponents urged measured licensing with cash‑backing and consumer protections.

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The committee considered a package of digital‑asset measures aimed at studying stablecoins, creating charter pathways and regulating activity in the state. Dwight Kilm (DCCA Division of Financial Institutions) said the division would need a technologist or consultant to conduct a meaningful study of the technical aspects and to craft an appropriate regulatory regime: "We need somebody that understands the industry...that is one area that we don't have the proper skill set for."

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