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Rep. Begich revives bitcoin reserve bill to codify Trump order

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 27, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Rep. Begich is reintroducing the bitcoin strategic reserve bill to legislate Trump’s executive order. Bitcoin reaching $200,000 by December 31, 2026, sits at 4.9% YES.

The proposed legislation would make the U.S. the largest state bitcoin holder, targeting 1 million BTC acquisitions over five years. The market for Bitcoin reaching $200,000 by end of 2026 hasn’t moved, holding at 4.9% YES, unchanged from a week ago. Combined 24-hour trading volume is $51,360, though actual USDC traded remains low at $2,022.

The bill frames Bitcoin as a store of value comparable to gold, which matters for long-term price expectations. But the current trading depth requires $1,589 to move the odds 5 points, meaning significant capital would be needed to shift sentiment. The flat market response suggests traders are waiting for concrete legislative progress before repositioning.

For traders, buying YES shares at 5¢ could pay $1 if Bitcoin hits $200,000, a 20x return. This bet depends on the bill passing and the government executing large-scale acquisitions without disrupting the market. Until the bill gains co-sponsors or committee traction, Begich’s reintroduction is noise.

Watch for committee scheduling, co-sponsor announcements, and any public comments from Jerome Powell or Treasury officials on the reserve concept. These would be the first real signals that the bill has legs.

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