The original bill argued that mining facilities could pose a national security risk by compromising US military installations.
The Arkansas Senate’s city, county, and local affairs committee rejected a bill that would ban crypto mining facilities within a 30-mile radius of any military facility within the state in a 5 to 1 vote.
“Risks posed by digital asset mining include, without limitation, threats to national security and the security of the State of Arkansas,” the original bill read.
According to the bill, these national security risks from crypto mining were amplified when the mining operations were close to US military facilities, which included hospitals and clinics.
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## Key Points
– An ambitious Arkansas bill aimed to ban crypto mining within 30 miles of military facilities due to “national security risks.”
– The bill got a cool reception from the Arkansas Senate’s committee, who voted 5 to 1 against it. Maybe they had their eyes on a Bitcoin prize instead?
– The bill claimed crypto mining could jeopardize both military installations and the state’s security. Because can’t you just hear the sound of ‘mining rigs’ making top generals uneasy?
– Concerns were also raised about mining operations being close to hospitals and clinics—possibly because treating fried circuits could overload healthcare systems!
### Hot Take
So, Arkansas thinks crypto miners are the modern-day pirates threatening the security of our beloved military? As amusing as that sounds, maybe they just need to find a better hobby than throwing shade at Bitcoin enthusiasts! After all, it’s not like the Dollar Store is going to finance World War III with mining rigs. Keep your eyes clear, folks! #CryptoComedy #MiningMadness #ArkansasAdventures
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