The bill requires stablecoins to be fully backed by U.S. dollars or similarly liquid assets, mandates annual audits for issuers with a market capitalization of more than $50 billion, and establishes guidelines for foreign issuance.
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Senate passes stablecoin bill, turning focus to House
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GENIUS Act establishes a federal framework requiring stablecoins to be fully backed by U.S. dollar reserves in a 1:1 ratio, mandates audits, and licensing for payment stablecoins
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GENIUS Act mandates one-to-one backing of payment stablecoins with cash or short-term U.S. Treasuries
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GENIUS Act requires annual independent audits for issuers with more than $50 billion outstanding
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