Missouri lawmakers have officially revived House Bill 2080, advancing it to the House Commerce Committee. The bill proposes a "Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund" with a mandatory 5-year lock-up period, signaling a growing trend of "Sovereign State HODLing" in the US.
Trend Analysis: The Rise of State-Level Reserves
While federal $BTC reserve plans face "obscure legal hurdles" in Washington, individual US states are taking the lead. Missouri’s HB 2080, referred to committee on Feb 19, 2026, is the latest in a "domino effect" following successful legislation in Texas, Arizona, and New Hampshire.
The Missouri bill is strategically different from last year’s failed attempt. It prioritizes voluntary donations (gifts and bequests) as a primary funding source to minimize taxpayer risk, while explicitly banning transactions with foreign entities. This "Digital Fortress" approach mirrors a global shift where local jurisdictions seek autonomy from national monetary volatility and tariff-driven market swings. If passed, the state treasurer would hold $BTC in cold storage for a minimum of five years, effectively turning Missouri into a long-term "Institutional HODLer."
Risk Warning: State-level reserves are experimental. A 5-year mandatory hold period means the state cannot liquidate during a market crash, potentially leading to significant paper losses if the 4-year halving cycle deviates from historical norms.
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