CA SB97

Digital financial assets: stablecoins.

Passed Senate Tim Grayson (D)
Plain English Summary

California Senate Bill 97 focuses on the regulation of digital financial assets, specifically stablecoins. It updates existing financial regulations to better address the growing use of these digital currencies. The bill aims to ensure consumer protection and financial stability in the rapidly evolving digital asset market.

Supporters Say

Supporters of SB 97 argue that the bill provides essential oversight for stablecoins, promoting a safer financial environment for consumers. They believe it will foster innovation in the digital asset space while ensuring that regulations keep pace with technology. This proactive approach is seen as a way to maintain California's leadership in the financial sector.

Critics Say

Critics of SB 97 contend that the bill may stifle innovation by imposing excessive regulations on digital financial assets. They argue that the complexities of the regulations could deter new businesses from entering the market and limit the growth potential of California's tech economy. Additionally, some believe that the urgency of the bill may lead to hasty decision-making without sufficient public input.

Legislative Votes
W/O REF. TO FILE SB97 Grayson
Senate · Jun 29, 2026
Passed
38
YEA
0
NAY
SB 97 Grayson Third Reading Urgency By Blanca Rubio
A · Jun 29, 2026
Passed
75
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass
A · Aug 20, 2025
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jul 8, 2025
Passed
13
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Privacy and Consumer Protection]
A · Jul 7, 2025
Passed
9
YEA
0
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB97 Grayson
Senate · Jun 3, 2025
Passed
38
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations] with the recommendation: To Consent Calendar
Senate · Apr 8, 2025
Passed
13
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass, but first be re-referred to the Committee on [Judiciary] with the recommendation: To Consent Calendar
Senate · Apr 2, 2025
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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About This Analysis

This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.