#USSeeksStrategicBitcoinReserve

The momentum behind a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve has shifted from a campaign promise to a concrete legislative push. As of May 2026, the discussion has moved beyond executive orders toward the **American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA)**, formerly known as the BITCOIN Act.
Here is a breakdown of the current strategic landscape:
## The Vision for 1 Million Bitcoin
The proposed legislation, championed by Senator Cynthia Lummis and Representative Nick Begich, outlines a massive acquisition plan aimed at strengthening the national balance sheet:
* **Target:** The U.S. aims to acquire **1,000,000** Bitcoin over a 5-year period.
* **Annual Purchase:** The plan involves purchasing **200,000** units per year.
* **Total Ownership:** This would represent approximately **5%** of the total global supply, mirroring the nation’s strategic gold reserves.
## Funding and Legal Status
As of **May 5, 2026**, the White House and Congress are working to codify these holdings into federal law to ensure long-term stability:
* **Current Holdings:** The U.S. government is already one of the largest holders, with an estimated **328,372** Bitcoin as of February 2026, primarily sourced from asset forfeitures.
* **Budget Neutrality:** Funding strategies include revaluing gold certificates and using Federal Reserve remittances to ensure the reserve does not add to the national debt or require new taxes.
* **Holding Period:** The bill mandates a minimum holding period of **20 years** to ensure the asset serves as a long-term hedge.
Now
At the recent Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas, White House advisors hinted at a "major announcement" coming in the next few weeks regarding the operational framework of the reserve.
> "Establishing a permanent reserve asset through the ARMA bill would position the United States as a global leader in the digital economy, providing a modern safety net for the dollar."
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