Arkansas Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Laws

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Legislation

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserve Overview

No Official Reserves
Friendly Regulatory Status
Supportive of Crypto Mining and Blockchain Innovation

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserves

Arkansas Legislative Breakdown

State	BTC Reserves	% of Global Holdings	Legal Status	Last Updated	Key Laws and Regulations
Arkansas (AR)	No Official Reserves	0%	Friendly	2025-05-24	Act 1480 (2023): Arkansas Data Centers Act, protects crypto mining operations, ensures non-discriminatory energy rates, and supports blockchain businesses Act 851 (2023): Uniform Money Services Act, clarifies licensing for crypto businesses, facilitating operations HB 1717 (2023): Allows digital asset mining in industrial zones with noise mitigation requirements No state income tax on crypto gains; federal capital gains tax (15–20%) applies ~150,000 residents (~5% of population) use crypto; $1.2B in transactions (2023–2024, est.) Tax incentives for renewable energy use in crypto mining operations No specific legislation for state-held Bitcoin reserves as of 2025

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserve Status

Current status: NO OFFICIAL RESERVES

Arkansas has not established a state Bitcoin reserve but is supportive of cryptocurrency through legislation promoting mining and blockchain innovation. The state focuses on fostering a crypto-friendly environment rather than holding digital assets.

No funds have been allocated for Bitcoin reserves. Arkansas prioritizes regulatory clarity for crypto businesses and mining operations over state-held cryptocurrency reserves.

4/12/2023

SIGNED INTO LAW

Act 1480 (Arkansas Data Centers Act) signed into law, protecting crypto mining operations and ensuring non-discriminatory energy access for blockchain businesses.

4/10/2023

SIGNED INTO LAW

Act 851 (Uniform Money Services Act) signed, clarifying licensing requirements for cryptocurrency businesses to operate in Arkansas.

3/30/2023

PROPOSED

HB 1717 introduced, allowing digital asset mining in industrial zones with noise mitigation measures to balance community and industry needs.

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserves and Cryptocurrency Legislation

Arkansas Bitcoin Reserve Overview