New Hampshire’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Law (HB 302), signed on May 6, 2025, allows up to 5% of public funds to be invested in Bitcoin, making it the first U.S. state to approve a crypto reserve.

The law, requiring secure U.S.-regulated custody, positions Bitcoin as a legitimate reserve asset. It may drive demand and set a model for other states.

New Hampshire’s law boosts state-level crypto adoption, potentially inspiring states like Texas or Wyoming to follow.

It pressures federal regulators to clarify crypto rules amid concerns over fiat devaluation. Bitcoin’s volatility may slow broader regulatory shifts.

The law’s clear framework could encourage states to explore Bitcoin reserves, with 28 already considering similar bills.

It may push federal regulators toward structured crypto policies, like the Financial Innovation and Technology Act. Federal adoption depends on resolving SEC-CFTC oversight debates.

New Hampshire’s law may inspire global jurisdictions to explore crypto reserves, especially in emerging markets.

It bolsters Bitcoin’s legitimacy, potentially encouraging countries to adopt it as a reserve asset. However, the global regulatory fragmentation could hinder coordinated adoption.

Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget Research

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