Indiana HB 1322 Bill Proposes Pension Funds to Invest in Bitcoin ETFs

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After Michigan, Utah, Arizona, and California, other states of the United States are stepping in into the crypto arena. Recently Indiana has joined the list with the introduction of House Bill 1322, to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. However, this bill will allow the state’s pension funds to invest in Bitcoin ETFs. 

Indiana Pension Funds To Invest in Bitcoin ETFs

Indiana is taking a slightly different approach with the introduction of House Bill 1322, authored by state Representative Jake Teshka and co-authored by Representatives Shane Lindauer and Cory Criswell, that could potentially allow state pension funds to invest in Bitcoin ETFs. 

The proposal, currently under review, aims to diversify the investment options for Indiana’s pension funds. These funds are crucial for the retirement savings of many public employees, including teachers, firefighters, and government workers. 

By allowing investments in Bitcoin ETFs, the state could tap into the growing cryptocurrency market, which has gained significant attention in recent years.

While the bill’s specifics remain under legislative review and if the bill is approved, it will go into effect on July 1, 2025, as this could be a big step for Indiana.

Taping Into Blockchain for Better Government

Apart from this Indiana’s HB 1322 doesn’t just focus on Bitcoin ETFs it also looks at how blockchain technology could help the government work better.

The bill asks the Department of Administration to study how blockchain can improve things like cost efficiency, data security, and even the experience of people using government services.

Supporters Praise the Bill

Meanwhile, many supporters of the bill believe that adding Bitcoin ETFs to the mix could help diversify investments. Diversification is important because it spreads risk and can lead to better returns over time. 

Well-known crypto expert MMCrypto said in an X post that this is one of the huge move by Indiana states. 

However, critics worry about Bitcoin’s famous volatility its prices can go up and down very quickly, which might not be ideal for retirement savings.