Coinbase exec says Clarity Act could pass by 2026

Coinbase vice chair Ryan VanGrack told Fox Business the Clarity Act is nearing final approval, a sign the market-structure bill could become law by 2026. The legislation, which sets federal rules for digital assets and splits oversight between the SEC and CFTC, has cleared the House and passed the Senate Banking Committee. Full Senate approval and reconciliation remain.

VanGrack's comments echo other officials who described the bill as inside the "one-yard line." The statement comes as traders assess how the Clarity Act would affect crypto markets. Supporters say the bill would bring regulatory clarity to an industry that has operated under conflicting state and federal rules.

The Senate calendar is the next thing to watch. Any scheduling announcement from Majority Leader Chuck Schumer or Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott would signal a timeline for a floor vote. A statement from President Trump or the White House could also move market expectations for the bill's passage.