A new bill proposed in Pennsylvania, House Bill 1812 (HB1812), aims to restrict public officials from trading, launching, or promoting cryptocurrencies during their time in office. The bill, introduced by State Representative Ben Waxman, seeks to address concerns over public officials using their position to profit from digital assets. Waxman’s proposal has gained attention amid growing scrutiny over political figures, including former President Donald Trump, who has been criticized for his involvement in the cryptocurrency sector. Waxman believes that no public official should be allowed to leverage their office for ... (full story)