Oklahoma lawmakers have proposed a new bill that would allow Bitcoin to be used for official payments within the state. The new bill will introduce a system where digital currency can be used to pay salaries and transactions that involve the state government.
With this system in place, the people would be given more choices on how they receive money without changing national monetary laws.
New proposal Plans to Expand Bitcoin use in Oklahoma
The bill is known as the ‘Senate Bill 2064’ and was presented by Senator Dusty Deevers during the 2026 lawmaking period. It focuses on voluntary digital asset payments and defines Bitcoin as a usable financial tool, and it also plans to stay within the constitutional limits that restrict states from naming new legal tender.
The bill goes beyond the typical government activity, as it plans to allow everyday residents and private companies to agree on whether they want the Bitcoin-based payments among themselves. This method supports the idea of digital currency use through personal choice rather than an obligation.
There have been special considerations for those crypto-based companies that operate within the digital markets. These businesses would not need any traditional money transfer licenses if they do not convert digital assets into cash.
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If the bill is approved, public workers would be able to decide how they are paid before each pay cycle begins. They could select full payment in Bitcoin, full payment in dollars, or a mix of both, with values based on the current market price.
Funds would be sent directly to wallets chosen by the recipient, including personal wallets or approved custodial services. Businesses that supply goods or services to the state would also gain the option to accept Bitcoin for individual transactions.
If the bill eventually becomes a law, it would begin in November 2026 and build on the previous efforts to integrate Bitcoin into Oklahoma’s econom
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