Organizing the development of blockchain and #Bitcoin technologies for the Great State of Ohio

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Palmer Lucky: "I’m a big-time #Bitcoin guy. I have been mining Bitcoin since before there were exchanges."
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Last week, the Ohio House passed my bill, HB 116, with strong bipartisan support. It protects self-custody of a person’s digital assets, removes capital gains tax on crypto payments under $200, and ensures fair treatment of Bitcoin mining. In Ohio, we’re proud to lead, not follow, on innovation!
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Congrats on getting HB 116 passed through the House, @steve4ohsenate, @SatoshiActFund, @OHBlockchain, @AndrewBurchwell, and all of the others that were involved! It is a great step forward—but keep pushing there is more work to still do! 🫡
🚨BREAKING: Ohio’s HB 116 passes the House with massive bipartisan support, 68–26. Majority Whip @steve4ohsenate’s leadership delivers the strongest Bitcoin Rights bill to pass a state chamber in the U.S. This legislation: ✅ Protects self-custody; Your keys, Your coins.  ✅ Safeguards mining & running nodes ✅ Ends taxes on Bitcoin payments under $200. This exemption is tied to inflation ✅ Positions Ohio as a national leader in digital assets This Bitcoin Rights bill now heads to the Senate. We will work hard with our allies, including @coinbase and @OHBlockchain, to get this bill to @GovMikeDeWine's desk by the end of the year. 🤝 📽️ Watch Rep. Demetriou’s powerful floor remarks below. 👇
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Google announces a partnership with CTC Global, a leading US manufacturer of advanced transmission conductors, to rapidly unlock grid capacity across the US. This initiative bolsters the reliability of our grid and will help power critical technologies like Bitcoin mining.
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We're excited to announce that Ohio Secretary of State @FrankLaRose will be a special guest at this evening's Columbus #Bitcoin meetup hosted by @River
Join us tonight for an exciting evening of learning, networking, and fun at the Columbus Bitcoin Meetup hosted by the amazing team at @River. We’re honored to feature @macromule (River Research Analyst and Author) who will share his insights on American Bitcoin Dominance. Whether you’re a seasoned Bitcoiner or just curious about this revolutionary technology, Sam’s talk is sure to inspire and inform. What to Expect: Engaging Presentation: Dive deep into Bitcoin with Sam Baker’s expert perspective. Networking & Socializing: Connect with like-minded Bitcoiners, from beginners to experts in a welcoming casual environment. Food & Drinks: Enjoy delicious refreshments while you mingle and discuss all things Bitcoin. Learn & Get Involved: Discover how to start your Bitcoin journey or deepen your involvement in the community. Please note the entry doors lock in the evening, so please arrive before 6:30 PM. We look forward to seeing you there
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Thank you to @VivekGRamaswamy for speaking to Ohio business leaders today and answering my question as to why Bitcoin is critical for the future of Ohio’s citizens and businesses!
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Im very grateful to be part of this announcement. Ohio state government accepting Bitcoin as payment is a huge step forward, and a sign of greater things to come. Thanks to @OhioTreasurer Robert Sprague and Secretary of State @FrankLaRose for their leadership on this topic 🙏
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@OhioTreasurer Robert Sprague and Ohio Secretary of State @FrankLaRose announce intention to accept payment for government services in #Bitcoin. Press release below:
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Join Matt Williams (@luxor), David Schatz (@RiotPlatforms) and I for a great discussion on Bitcoin Mining and how it complements the development of energy infrastructure and local communities! Today at 3pm eastern lnkd.in/eZgF3XEt
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Listen to my testimony from Tuesday about why it is so important Ohio begins to build a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
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🇺🇸 OHIO FILED A BILL THAT WOULD ELIMINATE STATE TAXES ON BITCOIN PAYMENTS THIS IS HUGE, GO OHIO 🚀
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Thank you to Senator @OBrienOH32 for introducing the bill! Full text is available here: search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/…

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Ohio has introduced SB 57 titled ‘Enact the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act’ which will allow Ohio citizens to pay taxes with #Bitcoin, authorizes state investment in Bitcoin and sets up the Ohio Bitcoin Investment Fund. This compliments HB 18 introduced by @steve4ohiohouse!
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Congratulations to Ohio Representative @DerekMerrin for introducing Ohio HB 703 - the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act! This bill would allow the Ohio Treasurer to create and administer a Bitcoin reserve fund and invest in Bitcoin as a strategic asset. I look forward to working with the legislature and state government in 2025 to ensure this becomes a reality!
🚨Today, I filed HB 703 to create the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve within the state treasury! Provides state treasurer authority & flexibility to invest in #Bitcoin This legislation creates the framework for Ohio’s state government to harness the power of Bitcoin to strengthen our state finances. As the US dollar undergoes devaluation, #Bitcoin provides a vehicle to supplement our state's portfolio and preserve public funds from losing value.
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Ohio becomes the latest state to introduce a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve bill into the State Legislature. We are proud to support Ohio Representative @DerekMerrin (OH-9) in his effort to see Ohio become a leader in Bitcoin and innovation. Ohio remains the Heart of It All! 👏
🚨Today, I filed HB 703 to create the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve within the state treasury! Provides state treasurer authority & flexibility to invest in #Bitcoin This legislation creates the framework for Ohio’s state government to harness the power of Bitcoin to strengthen our state finances. As the US dollar undergoes devaluation, #Bitcoin provides a vehicle to supplement our state's portfolio and preserve public funds from losing value.
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AN EXCITING WEEK FOR BITCOINERS IN COLUMBUS OHIO. Join us for the Columbus #Bitcoin meetup on 11-12 6pm at @16BitBar in Dublin. Then join us again on 11-14 7pm for a special screening of @DirtyCoinDoc Get tickets here 👇 gathr.com/events/ec58b80d/co…
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gathr.com/events/ec58b80d/di… Columbus - please join us for a screening of the Bitcoin Mining documentary Dirty Coin on November 14th at 7pm!
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American compute power is accelerating. Today, we’re announcing: -Three new data centers. -Owned and operated in Ohio. -372 megawatts of capacity. #Bitcoin - Made in USA.
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