#WhenWillCLARITYActPass Until February 2026,The CLARITY Act (Digital Asset Market Clarity Act) has not yet been passed into law, but is making significant progress in the United States Congress.
Here's a summary of the latest developments regarding when this rule is likely to be passed:
Estimated Approval Time
•Spring 2026 (At the Earliest): Analysts predict a "fast track" where the Senate could pass the bill by the end of the second quarter (June) 2026 if compromise negotiations with the banking sector go smoothly.
•April 2026: Several market forecasts, including on the Polymarket platform , indicate a high probability (around 72%) that the CLARITY Act could be passed in April 2026.
•Election Uncertainty: If political obstacles or tensions arise ahead of the midterm elections, ratification could be delayed until the next legislative session.
Latest Legislation Status
•Passed the House of Representatives: The bill passed the US House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support in the summer of 2025.
•Stalled in the Senate: Currently, the primary focus is on the Senate Banking Committee. The delay is due to in-depth negotiations regarding regulatory details, including the division of authority between the SEC and the CFTC.
•Industry Support: Crypto industry figures, including executives from Coinbase , strongly support the passage of this bill to provide legal clarity for the digital asset market in the US.
What is the CLARITY Act?
In summary, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (HR3633) aims to:
1.) Establishing Jurisdiction: Clarify whether a particular digital asset is regulated by the SEC (Securities) or the CFTC (Commodities).
2.)Consumer Protection: Requires separation of customer funds and company funds and information disclosure for digital asset companies.
3.) US Competitiveness: Ensuring the United States remains competitive in financial technology compared to other regions such as Europe or Latin America.