Stand With Crypto says its supporters have contacted lawmakers one million times about crypto policy. The milestone comes with just seven days left before the August recess. At the same time, federal and state officials are raising alarms about the CLARITY Act, a bill that has drawn scrutiny from regulators.
The one-million mark
The group announced the figure this week, calling it a sign of growing grassroots engagement. The push has focused on urging Congress to pass clear rules for digital assets before lawmakers leave town. Whether the volume of contacts will translate into legislative action remains an open question.
What officials are saying about the CLARITY Act
The CLARITY Act has drawn criticism from both federal and state regulators. Their concerns center on three areas: fraud protections for consumers, the scope of enforcement authority, and potential conflicts of interest involving the president. On fraud protections, officials worry the bill doesn't go far enough to prevent scams and theft. On enforcement authority, they argue it would tie the hands of regulators like the SEC and CFTC. And the presidential conflict concern raises questions about the bill's impact on the executive branch. The specific nature of that conflict wasn't detailed, but it adds to the political headwinds the bill faces.
The countdown to recess
With seven days to go, the timeline is tight. The August recess is a hard deadline — once lawmakers leave, momentum typically stalls until September. Stand With Crypto is betting that a million contacts can keep the pressure on, but the clock is ticking. Whether the CLARITY Act can move before the break is uncertain, especially with the concerns raised by regulators. The group's next move will likely depend on how lawmakers respond in the coming days.
