TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO REGULATE THE IMPACT ON WATER USAGE AND THE ELECTRICAL GRID BY BLOCKCHAIN NETWORKS AND DIGITAL ASSET MINING.
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
Summary
The resolution would permit the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission and the Public Service Commission to track water and electricity use by blockchain networks and digital‑asset mining operations. If an operation uses excessive groundwater or endangers grid reliability, the commissions could order its closure or halt service. The measure aims to protect critical water supplies and maintain grid stability.
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