The Louisiana House of Representatives has unanimously approved House Resolution 317, setting in motion the creation of a subcommittee to study the effects of cryptocurrency, blockchain, and artificial intelligence.
Introduced by Representative Mark Wright, the resolution passed during the House’s regular session on June 10 with a 90–0 vote, signalling strong bipartisan support for the initiative.
As outlined in the resolution, this newly formed subcommittee will operate under the House Committee on Commerce. Its primary task is to assess how emerging technologies—such as crypto, blockchain, and AI—are shaping Louisiana’s economy, influencing its legal landscape, and affecting residents’ daily lives.
🇺🇸 NEW: Louisiana will form a committee to study “AI, blockchain and cryptocurrency”
The resolution states:
“WHEREAS One in five Americans owns cryptocurrency…it is in the interest of Louisiana [to] consider the benefits and challenges of these technologies.” pic.twitter.com/mxEfawa0su
— Bitcoin Laws (@Bitcoin_Laws) June 10, 2025
To ensure timely progress, the subcommittee is required to begin its work by September 1, 2025. It must submit a comprehensive final report by February 1, 2026, to both the House Committee on Commerce and the David R. Poynter Legislative Research Library.
This report will provide a detailed examination of current use cases for AI, blockchain, and cryptocurrency across Louisiana. Additionally, it will include a comparative analysis of how these technologies are being applied in other U.S. states, offering broader context and insights.
Beyond technology usage, the panel is tasked with identifying cybersecurity vulnerabilities, privacy concerns, and potential regulatory obstacles. At the same time, it will explore opportunities related to economic growth, job creation, and innovation in government services.
Importantly, the subcommittee will also consider whether new state laws are necessary to ensure the responsible and secure implementation of these technologies moving forward.
To support a well-rounded and inclusive review, the resolution calls for public hearings and expert testimony. It further encourages engagement with educators, students, and small business owners through dedicated community forums, allowing a diverse range of voices to shape the conversation.
The subcommittee will consist of members from the House Committee on Commerce, with the chair or a designated representative leading the inaugural session.
Louisiana’s embrace of emerging technologies is not new. In September 2024, the state cemented its pro-crypto stance when Governor Jeff Landry signed House Bill 488 into law. The bill, which received bipartisan support, aims to protect citizens’ access to Bitcoin and restrict the use of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
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