Landmark Bill Protecting Bitcoin Mining Rights Passes in Arizona

Apr 11, 2025 10:00 pm Cryptocurrency 179

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HB 2342 has passed the Arizona Senate, protecting home-based Bitcoin miners and node operators.

The measure preempts local zoning laws related to digital asset activities.

Protections over “computational power” also apply to AI, cloud computing, and scientific research, for instance.

Arizona Senate Passes Bill Protecting Bitcoin Mining, Node Operations

By taking this step, Arizona reinforces its support for blockchain innovation and individual rights in the digital era. On April 10, the state Senate moved to approve House Bill 2342 (HB 2342), which seeks to protect people running personal computing power facilities — including Bitcoin miners and blockchain node operators — from interference by local authorities. The bill passed 17–12 and now awaits Governor Katie Hobbs’ signature to become law.

If signed into law, Arizona will join with only a handful of other U.S. states that have clear, state ..

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