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Senate Republicans race to pass crypto, hemp, and election bills before recess

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Senate Republicans are aiming to pass several key pieces of legislation before their August recess, including measures related to cryptocurrency, college sports, and hemp. They are also focused on avoiding a government shutdown and addressing election integrity. A significant point of contention is the CLARITY Act for digital assets, with Democrats hesitant to grant it a procedural vote. Additionally, divisions within the Republican party over hemp regulations could complicate the passage of a stopgap spending bill. AI

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Senate Republicans race to pass crypto, hemp, and election bills before recess

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Stef W. Kight ·

    Inside the GOP's mad dash to recess finish line

    <p>Senate Republicans are racing toward the <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/03/senate-republicans-save-act-august-recess-trump" target="_blank">August recess</a> with a legislative to-do list worthy of a Joe Rogan podcast: crypto, college sports and hemp.</p><p><strong>Why…

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