CLARITY Act пропускає дедлайн 4 липня, стикається з крайнім терміном Сенату 7 серпня

The CLARITY Act missed its July 4 signing target and now faces an August 7 deadline, the Senate's final scheduled session day before summer recess. The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act remains on the Senate Legislative Calendar as Calendar No. 423 without a floor vote or cloture motion filed. The bill cleared the House with a 294-134 vote in July 2025 and passed the Senate Banking Committee 15-9 on May 14, but requires 60 votes to overcome the Senate filibuster. Republicans hold 53 seats, with Senators Josh Hawley and Rand Paul expected to oppose, meaning supporters likely need seven to nine Democratic votes. Disputes over ethics language and Section 604 continue to block final passage, while the Senate returns from recess on July 13, leaving approximately three weeks before the August break.

CLARITY Act Misses July 4 Target

The July 4 target passed without the CLARITY Act becoming law. White House adviser Patrick Witt had previously hoped the crypto market structure bill could be signed by that date. The bill had already cleared the House in July 2025 with a 294-134 vote, with more than 70 Democrats supporting the measure. The Senate Banking Committee advanced the bill on May 14 by a 15-9 vote. Senators Ruben Gallego and Angela Alsobrooks were among the Democrats who supported it in committee, though both have attached conditions to any final floor support. The Senate returns from recess on July 13, leaving about three usable weeks before the August break.

August 7 Becomes Key Senate Date

August 7 is now viewed as the next deadline because it is the Senate's last active day before the summer recess. The bill still needs a cloture motion and 60 votes to overcome the Senate filibuster. Republicans hold 53 seats, but Senators Josh Hawley and Rand Paul are expected to oppose the bill on policy grounds. Supporters likely need seven to nine Democratic votes, depending on attendance and final Republican support. Brian Gardner, chief Washington policy strategist at Stifel, said the bill "probably needs to get through the Senate by the end of July." He warned that missing the August recess could cause its prospects to "deteriorate materially."

Key Disputes Still Block Final Vote

Senate staff are still working to merge the Banking Committee text with the Agriculture Committee version. Ethics language remains one of the main sticking points, with some lawmakers wanting stronger limits on crypto holdings and business activity by senior officials. Section 604, linked to developer protections under the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, has also created disagreement. Law enforcement groups had raised concerns that the section could weaken oversight of some crypto activity. The Major County Sheriffs of America recently shifted from opposing the bill to a neutral position after discussions over Section 604. Eleanor Terrett reported that the group changed its position after talks in recent days, removing one obstacle but not ending the debate.

Crypto Market Watches Passage Odds

Crypto market participants are watching the bill because it would create clearer rules for digital asset markets, exchanges, token issuers, and decentralized finance activity in the United States. Senator Cynthia Lummis urged lawmakers to finish the bill, writing, "The Clarity Act is this generation's contribution to that legacy. Let's finish the job!" Polymarket odds for 2026 passage were near 48%, down from 74% a month earlier. The drop reflects concern that the Senate calendar and unresolved policy disputes could push the bill beyond this year.

FAQ

What is the new deadline for the CLARITY Act?
August 7 is the new deadline because it is the Senate's final scheduled session day before summer recess.

How many votes does the CLARITY Act need to pass the Senate?
The bill needs 60 votes to overcome the Senate filibuster. Republicans hold 53 seats, and Senators Josh Hawley and Rand Paul are expected to oppose, meaning supporters likely need seven to nine Democratic votes.

What disputes are blocking the CLARITY Act's final vote?
Ethics language and Section 604 remain the main sticking points. Some lawmakers want stronger limits on crypto holdings by senior officials, and law enforcement groups raised concerns that Section 604 could weaken oversight of crypto activity.