How The CLARITY Act Could Boost Stablecoin Adoption In 2026
White House Crypto Czar David Sacks has confirmed the Senate will mark up the CLARITY Act in January 2026 as stablecoins look to emerge as a significant new buyer for U.S. debt in 2026.
January Markup Confirmed After 43-Day Shutdown Delay
Sacks announced December 18 that Senate leaders “confirmed that a markup for Clarity is coming in January.”
The CLARITY Act, which passed the House 294-134 in July, finally moved to Senate committee review after a 43-day government shutdown delayed progress through fall.
Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott (R-SC) and Agriculture Chair John Boozman locked in dates for the markup.
The urgency around crypto legislation ties directly to US debt dynamics.
The GENIUS Act signed by Trump in July 2025 requires 1:1 backing with US Treasuries or cash, creating structural demand for short-term government debt.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says this will “expand dollar access for billions across the globe.”
The numbers are massive. The stablecoin market …
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