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US Senator Tom Cotton proposes ban of direct-to-consumer central bank digital currency

by Reshab Agarwal
March 24, 2023
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US Senator Tom Cotton proposes ban of direct-to-consumer central bank digital currency
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In a move that has stirred up controversy in the financial world, a US Senator has introduced a bill to ban Direct-to-Consumer Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDCs). The proposed legislation, which was introduced by Senator Tom Cotton of Arkansas, seeks to prohibit the Federal Reserve from offering CBDCs to individual consumers, arguing that such a move could undermine the stability of the US financial system.

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Background on Central Bank Digital Currencies

The bill called the “Combating CBDC Act,” comes at a time when several countries, including China and Sweden, are moving forward with plans to create their own digital currencies. CBDCs are essentially digital versions of fiat currency that are issued and backed by a central bank. While they offer several advantages over traditional currencies, such as faster transactions and lower costs, they also raise concerns about privacy, security, and financial stability.

Senator Cotton’s Concerns and Proposed Legislation

Senator Cotton, who serves on the Senate Banking Committee, has been a vocal critic of Ban Direct-to-Consumer Central Bank Digital Currency, arguing that they pose a threat to the US dollar’s status as the world’s reserve currency. He has also expressed concerns about the potential for CBDCs to be used for illicit activities, such as money laundering and terrorism financing.

In a statement announcing the bill, Senator Cotton said, “The Federal Reserve should not be in the business of competing with private banks for deposits or with payment processors for transactions. By offering a CBDC directly to consumers, the Federal Reserve would be taking on these roles and threatening the stability of our financial system.”

Potential Implications for the Future of Digital Currencies

The bill has already garnered support from several industry groups, including the American Bankers Association and the Independent Community Bankers of America. Critics also point out that the proposed legislation does not address the issue of private companies, such as Facebook’s Diem (formerly Libra), issuing their own digital currencies. They argue that a Ban Direct-to-Consumer Central Bank Digital Currency could actually drive consumers towards private currencies, which could be even more unregulated and risky than government-backed digital currencies.


The fate of the Combating CBDC Act remains uncertain, as it is still early in the legislative process. However, it is clear that the debate over the future of digital currencies is far from over and that policymakers will continue to grapple with the complex issues surrounding their adoption and regulation.

Also Read: SEC issued a Wells notice against Coinbase over some of its crypto products.

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Reshab is a tech-enthusiast who likes to write about all things crypto. He is a Bitcoin bull and believes in a decentralized future of finance. Follow him on Twitter for more!

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