Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 544: Cryptocurrency; governmental entities authorized to use stablecoins as payment to vendors and contractors
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 544 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on March 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Cryptocurrency; governmental entities authorized to use stablecoins as payment to vendors and contractors. Primary sponsor: Mike Shaw (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 3, 2026): Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Government Administration
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Shaw | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Financial Services)