Crypto Industry Leaders Unite to Fight IRS DeFi Broker Rule

Crypto Industry Unites Against IRS DeFi Broker Rule, Backs Congressional Resolution to Overturn Regulation

  • Major crypto industry players have united to oppose the IRS’s DeFi broker rule through a Congressional Review Act resolution.
  • The rule, finalized during the Biden administration, would impose broker-like reporting requirements on DeFi platforms.
  • Senator Ted Cruz has introduced a resolution to eliminate the tax policy, gaining widespread industry support.
  • Industry leaders argue the rule could disadvantage U.S. firms compared to foreign competitors.
  • If reversed through CRA, similar regulations cannot be reintroduced, potentially limiting future regulatory frameworks.

The cryptocurrency industry’s leading organizations and companies have mounted a unified opposition against a controversial IRS tax reporting rule that could fundamentally alter how decentralized finance (DeFi) operates in the United States. The coalition, including Coinbase, a16z, and Kraken, has formally petitioned Congress to overturn the regulation.

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The digital assets broker rule, implemented by the IRS in late December, would require DeFi platforms to collect and report user information similar to traditional securities brokers. DeFi, which operates through automated smart contracts rather than centralized intermediaries, could face significant operational challenges under these requirements.

Senator Ted Cruz has spearheaded the opposition by introducing a resolution under the Congressional Review Act (CRA), a legislative tool that allows Congress to repeal recently finalized federal regulations. Industry leaders argue that the rule represents regulatory overreach, with the Blockchain Association stating: “The DeFi broker rule fundamentally misunderstands the technology it attempts to regulate and ignores Congress’s intent.”

The implications of using the CRA are significant. If successful, it would not only eliminate the current rule but also prevent the Treasury Department from introducing similar regulations in the future. This limitation has raised concerns about potential regulatory gaps, similar to the recent attempt to repeal the SEC’s crypto accounting policy, which was ultimately vetoed by President Biden.

The DeFi Education Fund has expressed strong support for the opposition movement, describing the rule as “unworkable and unconstitutional.” The organization emphasizes the importance of preventing the rule’s implementation to protect innovation in the DeFi sector.

For the resolution to succeed, it requires majority approval in both chambers of Congress before reaching President Trump’s desk for consideration. The outcome remains uncertain, as lawmakers balance crypto industry concerns with broader legislative priorities, including pending federal budget matters.

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