Missouri Passes Crypto Mining Protection Law Access

The legislation, primarily advanced through House Bill 764 and similar subsequent measures, establishes several critical "right to mine" safeguards:

Missouri has made significant legislative strides toward protecting the rights of cryptocurrency miners through the Digital Asset Mining Protection Act . While the core protections passed key committee hurdles in early 2023, the state has recently expanded its focus to include broader crypto initiatives, such as a State Bitcoin Reserve . Key Protections for Miners Missouri passes crypto mining protection law

: The Missouri Public Service Commission is barred from setting discriminatory electricity rates that specifically target mining operations. The legislation, primarily advanced through House Bill 764

As of early 2026, Missouri lawmakers have shifted their strategy toward integrating digital assets into state finance: Legislation on Cryptomining & Digital Asset Mining As of early 2026, Missouri lawmakers have shifted

: Local governments are prohibited from changing zoning laws specifically to target and shut down existing digital asset mining businesses.

: "Virtual currency" is categorized as exempt from state, county, or local property taxes. 2025-2026 Legislative Updates

: Precludes the state and local governments from prohibiting the operation of mining nodes at a private residence.