Draft Executive Order on Bitcoin National Reserve of the United States (from lidigo)
The main points of this executive order are as follows:
1. Core Objectives:
- Designate Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset for the United States
- Establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) within the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF)
- Enhance the United States' global leadership in the digital asset space
2. Key Investment Scale and Timeline:
- Invest no less than $21 billion to purchase Bitcoin
- Initial acquisition plan must be completed within 365 days
- Mandate a minimum holding period of 25 years ("HODL" strategy)
3. Security and Management Measures:
- Establish strict custodial and security protocols
- Coordinate with agencies such as the National Security Agency to establish a "Digital Fort Knox"
- Implement multi-signature controls and geographically distributed storage
- Conduct regular proof of reserve audits
4. Sale Restrictions:
- Sales allowed only in extremely special circumstances
- Requires detailed written explanation from the Secretary of the Treasury and presidential approval
- If approved for sale, must use a phased transaction approach to minimize market impact
5. Transparency Requirements:
- Provide public proof of reserves quarterly
- Submit an annual report detailing Bitcoin holdings
- Regularly report on the impact on economic stability
6. Institutional Coordination:
- Coordinate with agencies such as the Federal Reserve and the Department of Defense
- Ensure compliance with national security, economic stability, and cybersecurity standards
This executive order essentially treats Bitcoin as a strategic asset similar to gold, aimed at enhancing the resilience of the U.S. financial system and its leadership in the digital asset space.