Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith Statement on Chairman Patrick McHenry

The following statement is attributed to Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith with regards to Chairman Patrick McHenry’s announcement he will not seek reelection:

“Chairman McHenry is a stalwart champion of innovation and the digital asset industry. His bipartisan approach to commonsense rules that improve the status quo and ensure that this technology develops on American soil is a prudent model for Congress as it considers future crypto-specific legislation. While we’re sad to see such an industry champion leave the House, we’re pleased to be able to work closely with the Congressman for another 13 months.”