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However, the provision has already sparked debate because it does not apply to existing crypto holdings and is set to expire when the current presidential term ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As lawmakers race to pass the legislation before the August recess, the ethics language has become one of the bill\u2019s most closely watched sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the new ethics provision includes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the revised CLARITY Act, federal officials would be barred from launching or sponsoring new digital assets during their time in office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The restriction applies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The President<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Vice President<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Members of Congress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Senior federal officials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Violations could result in civil penalties of up to <strong>$250,000 per day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporters describe the measure as the strongest crypto-related ethics rule ever proposed for federal officeholders, arguing that it helps reduce conflicts of interest between public service and digital asset ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Existing crypto businesses remain unaffected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the proposal restricts the creation of new digital assets, it does <strong>not<\/strong> prohibit officials from owning or profiting from cryptocurrency projects that already exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That distinction has become one of the bill\u2019s most controversial features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Critics argue the provision leaves existing crypto-related business interests untouched, meaning income generated from projects launched before taking office would not be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporters, however, view the rule as a forward-looking compromise that prevents future conflicts without forcing officials to unwind existing investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Justice Department would oversee enforcement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another major point of debate is enforcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The legislation gives the <strong>U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)<\/strong> exclusive authority to enforce the ethics provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>State attorneys general would have no role in investigating or prosecuting violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supporters say a single federal enforcement system would ensure consistent application of the law across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opponents argue that limiting enforcement to the DOJ could reduce independent oversight, particularly when allegations involve senior federal officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ethics rules would expire in 2029<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most unusual elements of the proposal is its <strong>sunset clause<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ethics provision would automatically expire on <strong>January 20, 2029<\/strong>, the day the next U.S. president is inaugurated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this expiration date, the rule would apply only during the current presidential term unless Congress later votes to extend or replace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Critics argue that temporary ethics rules fail to establish lasting standards, while supporters say sunset clauses are common in politically sensitive legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Democrats remain divided<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite months of negotiations, the updated language has not yet secured bipartisan support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several Democratic senators who previously backed advancing the CLARITY Act have expressed concerns about the revised ethics section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their primary objection centers on the DOJ being the sole enforcement authority, with some lawmakers continuing to advocate for a role for state attorneys general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While negotiations remain ongoing, the disagreement has complicated efforts to assemble the bipartisan votes needed for final passage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Time is running short<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Senate faces significant procedural hurdles before the bill can become law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the CLARITY Act requires <strong>60 votes<\/strong> to advance, Republican lawmakers will need support from several Democratic senators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Congress expected to begin its August recess soon, leadership has only a limited window to file cloture motions, complete Senate procedures, and secure final approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any delay in negotiations could push consideration of the legislation well beyond this session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the ethics provision matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although much of the CLARITY Act focuses on cryptocurrency regulation, market structure, and oversight of digital assets, the ethics provision has become central to the political debate surrounding the bill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its final wording could determine whether lawmakers from both parties ultimately 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