December 2025 Policy Actions

December was an active month for policy advocacy at the state and federal level for the West Virginia Blockchain Foundation, in coordination with the Stand With Crypto West Virginia chapter. As energy and digital asset rules continue to be shaped, it is important to participate while public input still matters.

At the state level, WVBF submitted two formal public comments addressing major initiatives that will influence West Virginia’s energy and infrastructure future.

First, we submitted comments on proposed legislative rule 145-20, which governs the certification of microgrid districts and high-impact data centers. We recommended requiring an environmental and community-impact assessment with public findings, a ratepayer-impact analysis to protect residential and small-business customers, and a public notice and comment period, including a local hearing, before granting certification.

Second, we submitted comments on the state's 50 by 50 power generation initiative, emphasizing the need for a balance between long-term goals, reliability, and economic competitiveness. We recommended diversifying the energy mix with renewables, supporting decentralized solutions like microgrids, and aligning with emerging sectors like blockchain and AI to attract investment. Our goal is a more balanced, future-focused approach that combines traditional and innovative energy sources for sustainability and growth.

At the federal level, WVBF and Stand With Crypto WV signed onto a letter organized by The Blockchain Association to the U.S. Senate regarding stablecoin legislation. The letter opposed proposed restrictions on lawful stablecoin rewards, including provisions advanced by Senators Scott and Warren, and urged lawmakers to protect legitimate consumer and market activity as Congress considers the CLARITY Act.

The letter was published in The Hill on December 18, 2025, underscoring the growing national attention on how digital asset policy is being shaped in real time.

Together, these actions reflect a core principle of WVBF’s work: education and community engagement must be paired with participation in the policymaking process itself. Advocacy is not just about hosting events or publishing explainers; it is about showing up when rules are being written and ensuring West Virginia’s voice is represented.

As 2026 approaches, WVBF will continue engaging constructively at the intersection of energy, technology, and public policy — with a focus on outcomes that support innovation, resilience, and long-term economic opportunity for the state.