- Cynthia Lummis warns CLARITY Act could face delays until 2030 without urgent Senate action before key deadline.
- Lawmakers face tight timeline, with limited Senate floor time and competing proposals slowing progress.
- Stablecoin yield debate remains central, with banks raising concerns over deposits and consumer costs.
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis warned that Congress may not pass the CLARITY Act until at least 2030 without immediate Senate action. Her statement comes as lawmakers approach a key April 13–20 committee deadline. The bill, which already passed the House, now faces a tight timeline as legislative pressure builds in Washington.
Senate Timeline Tightens Amid Key Deadline
Cynthia Lummis urged lawmakers to move quickly as the Senate Banking Committee prepares for markup. She stated that failure to act now could delay progress for several years. According to her, the current window represents the last viable chance before the next political cycle.
Following committee review, the bill must clear reconciliation and a full Senate vote. It will also require alignment between chambers before reaching President Donald Trump. However, limited Senate floor time adds pressure as the timeline narrows.
Lawmakers Push as Delays Raise Concerns
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also called for swift action on the legislation. He said Senate floor time remains scarce and emphasized the need to move forward. His comments follow growing concern about delays ahead of the Memorial Day recess starting May 21.
At the same time, internal discussions continue among lawmakers. Some Republican senators are weighing broader financial frameworks, which complicates negotiations. These overlapping proposals have slowed progress on the CLARITY Act.
Stablecoin Debate Remains Central Issue
A key disagreement centers on stablecoin yield provisions within the bill. The proposal restricts passive yield while allowing activity-based rewards. This has drawn attention from banking groups concerned about deposit outflows.
However, the White House Council of Economic Advisers provided new data on the issue. The report estimated only a 0.02% increase in lending if yield is restricted. It also projected about $800 million in annual costs to consumers.
Faryar Shirzad, Chief Policy Officer at Coinbase, said stablecoin yield could expand financial services. Meanwhile, the bill’s outcome now depends on how lawmakers resolve these disputes within the limited timeframe.