U.S. House's tax committee advances crypto tax bill in wake of Clarity Act loss
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The U.S. House Ways and Means Committee advances the Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act, aiming to simplify reporting by allowing a single‑transaction safe harbor for everyday crypto purchases and eliminating complex cost‑basis calculations; despite objections tied to former President Trump’s industry connections, the bill could lower compliance costs, boost retail adoption and shape future cryptocurrency taxation policy.
The Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act would ease complicated tax burdens for everyday use of cryptocurrencies, though Trump's industry ties spurred some pushback.