Missouri Passes Crypto Mining Protection Law May 2026

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

: The Missouri Public Service Commission is barred from setting discriminatory electricity rates that specifically target mining operations. Missouri passes crypto mining protection law

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 : Local governments are prohibited from changing zoning