$json.CompelingTitle = “New Hampshire Senate Hits Pause on Controversial Crypto Mining Deregulation Amid Rising Public Backlash”
A recent vote by the New Hampshire Senate Commerce Committee revealed deep divisions over a bill intended to deregulate crypto mining within the state. After two deadlocked votes, the committee narrowly decided 4–2 to hold the bill for further study rather than advancing it immediately. This move comes after an unprecedented surge in public feedback expressing concern over the potential loosening of local controls on cryptocurrency mining operations.
House Bill 639 aims to restrict municipalities from imposing rules on crypto mining activities, including limits on electricity consumption and noise levels, while also banning unique taxes on digital assets at both state and local levels. Furthermore, the bill proposes establishing a specialized blockchain docket within the state’s superior court to handle crypto-related disputes. Although supported by Republican Representative Keith Ammon, the bill’s contentious nature has delayed its progress, with the full Senate debate now anticipated in 2026.
Senator Tara Reardon highlighted the intensity of public engagement, noting it generated the largest volume of constituent communication she has seen for a single bill. The controversy reflects wider national conversations on balancing innovation in blockchain technology with environmental impact and local regulatory authority.
For detailed coverage, visit: https://cointelegraph.com/news/new-hampshire-senate-stalls-crypto-mining-deregulation-bill-after-split-vote