Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoes House Bill 2324 that aimed to create a "Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund" from seized assets, citing it would disincentivize local enforcement from participating in digital asset forfeiture.
Governor Hobbs has previously blocked other crypto-related legislation in Arizona, expressing caution towards investing public funds in Bitcoin.
Arizona's stance contrasts with pro-crypto states like Texas and New Hampshire, as they have passed bills to create their Bitcoin reserves and invest in crypto.
The veto has sparked mixed reactions within the crypto community, with some supporting the decision while others see it as a missed opportunity for Arizona.