South Carolina's proposed bill, The 'Strategic Digital Assets Reserve Act,' allows the State Treasurer to invest 10% of state funds in digital assets, including bitcoin.
The establishment of the reserve aims to hedge against inflation and economic volatility, given bitcoin's unique properties as a decentralized digital asset.
The bill does not specify if state officials will hold the private keys, but allows the State Treasurer to develop security protocols and utilize third-party custody solutions.
The bill requires the State Treasurer to prepare biennial reports, publish proof of reserves, and undergo annual independent audits to ensure compliance and security.