Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act
Key claim: A House committee voted 38–5 to advance substitute legislation that would set clearer federal tax rules for digital assets.
Abstract
(HR10357 · 119th Congress) Latest action (2026-09-16): Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 5.
Why this matters
Federal tax treatment of cryptocurrency and other digital assets has been largely governed by IRS guidance rather than statute, creating uncertainty for taxpayers around basis, wash sales, staking rewards, and reporting. A 38–5 bipartisan committee vote signals meaningful legislative momentum toward codifying rules, though the bill still faces full House and Senate action. The outcome will shape compliance costs and effective tax rates for crypto investors, miners, and businesses.