Coinbase-Backed Grassroots Organization Mobilizes 2.3M Voters Ahead of Key U.S. Crypto Legislation

Key Points

1. Stand With Crypto (SWC), a Coinbacked nonprofit, has mobilized 2.3 million crypto advocates and aims to exceed 2.5 million, with over 600,000 voters registered in 2024.

2. SWC sent 70,000 emails to senators during the GENIUS Act vote and organized a coalition letter signed by 65 crypto-focused organizations supporting the CLARITY Act.

3. State-level organizations like the North American Blockchain Association (NABA) and Texas Blockchain Council (TBC) are advancing blockchain policy, with TBC helping draft Texas’ HB 1666 and SB 21.

4. Polkadot engages in state-level policy through organizations like the Florida Blockchain Business Association (FBBA) and educates lawmakers on Web3 technologies.

5. Education remains a key challenge, with initiatives like 'Blockchain Basics for Policymakers' and summits hosted by TBC to bridge the gap between technology and policy.