Thune Forges Ahead with CLARITY Act Vote Guarantee
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has initiated the process to force the Senate to vote on the CLARITY Act, ensuring that lawmakers will address it when they reconvene in September.
The filing of cloture by Thune guarantees that the Senate must act on the bill, which sets rules for crypto markets and clarifies the division of oversight between the SEC and the CFTC. This move eliminates the risk of filibuster tactics that could delay the legislation further.
The CLARITY Act has been a central priority for the crypto industry throughout 2026, with XRP holders closely following its progress due to its potential impact on institutional adoption. Thune's filing puts every senator on record and forces the chamber to act when it reconvenes.
Two unresolved issues will dominate negotiations during the recess period: yield-related language in the bill and the power of state attorneys general to take legal action against the DOJ over ethics enforcement. Republicans and the White House have rejected the latter provision, while Democrats are pushing for its inclusion.