U.S. House passes Deploying American Blockchains Act, paves way for web3 revolution

The U.S. took a decisive step toward becoming a global blockchain leader as the House passed the Deploying American Blockchains Act, in a bid to establish the first federal framework for accelerating distributed ledger technology adoption across government and industry.

The 321-79 bipartisan vote sends the legislation to the Senate with rare momentum, potentially positioning America to outpace China and the EU in shaping Web3 infrastructure standards before year’s end.

The Deploying American Blockchains Act isn’t just another bill—it’s a bold framework to embed blockchain into the fabric of U.S. public infrastructure and enterprise systems. Introduced as H.R. 1664, the bill mandates the U.S. Department of Commerce to lead a national initiative to deploy blockchain and distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) across multiple sectors.

The Deploying American Blockchains Act: A federal mandate to accelerate growth

The second paragraph of the Deploying American Blockchains Act shows what industry leaders have long demanded: centralized coordination. For the first time, federal agencies are tasked with strategic implementation, offering guidance, setting standards, and actively driving open-source innovation.

“This bill is a signal that the United States is ready to lead on decentralized technologies,” said Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), one of the bill’s key sponsors. “We’re not just talking about innovation—we’re building it.”

According to the bill’s text, the Secretary of Commerce will develop a national strategy to promote blockchain’s competitiveness, coordinate inter-agency efforts, and eliminate long-standing regulatory ambiguity.

The Deploying American Blockchains Act arrives at a moment when blockchain adoption is surging globally. China is already deploying blockchain-powered supply chain systems, while the UAE and Singapore are rolling out national identity projects using DLTs.

Until now, the U.S. response has been fractured. Multiple agencies—ranging from the SEC to the CFTC—have jostled for jurisdiction, leaving startups confused and innovation stifled.

“The lack of clear, coordinated policy has cost the U.S. valuable ground in the global blockchain race,” noted Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation. “The Deploying American Blockchains Act is an overdue course correction.”

From crypto chaos to national cohesion

One of the bill’s most pivotal elements is its promise to align federal regulatory oversight. Rather than leaving developers in a maze of competing guidance, the Deploying American Blockchains Act sets the stage for inter-agency cooperation, potentially harmonizing rules across the SEC, FTC, and other regulators.

The legislation also includes initiatives to boost blockchain workforce development, create technical standards, and fund public-private partnerships. Key use cases like digital identity, supply chain transparency, and next-gen financial services are expected to benefit immediately.

Passed with strong bipartisan support, the bill reflects growing consensus in Washington that blockchain’s significance goes far beyond cryptocurrency.

“We’re talking about secure infrastructure, identity verification, transparent supply chains—this is the future of the digital economy,” said Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-IN), another co-sponsor. “The Deploying American Blockchains Act ensures America won’t be left behind.”

That sentiment is echoed by a wide coalition of industry experts, developers, and venture capitalists who have rallied behind H.R. 1664 as a chance to build a pro-innovation environment within the U.S.

All members’ eyes on the senate

Despite the major win in the House, the Deploying American Blockchains Act must now clear the Senate—a chamber historically slower on tech-related legislation. The outcome could shape America’s competitive edge in blockchain innovation for years to come.

“Should the Senate follow suit, this bill could become the most important piece of blockchain legislation in U.S. history,” said Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association.

Any amendments or delays, however, could water down its effectiveness or extend the regulatory uncertainty plaguing U.S. startups.

With the Deploying American Blockchains Act, the U.S. has an opportunity to reclaim its leadership in emerging technologies. Rather than playing catch-up, this federal initiative could place American developers, innovators, and entrepreneurs at the forefront of a global transformation.

Whether the Senate acts swiftly or not, one thing is clear: blockchain is no longer a fringe tech issue—it’s national infrastructure. And with the Deploying American Blockchains Act, Washington is finally treating it that way.