US House tax committee advances crypto tax overhaul in 38–5 vote

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US House tax committee advances crypto tax overhaul in 38–5 vote

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The House Ways and Means Committee passes a bipartisan crypto‑tax overhaul by a 38‑5 vote, targeting stablecoin classifications, staking rewards, crypto‑lending interest and broader digital‑asset transaction reporting; the bill would require detailed disclosures, adjust cost‑basis rules and impose withholding on certain payments, prompting industry firms to redesign compliance systems and likely influencing market liquidity and investor behavior.

A bipartisan House committee vote advanced legislation that would reshape federal tax rules for stablecoins, staking, crypto lending and digital asset transactions.