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Legislative Blockage

Definition

Legislative blockage refers to a condition where proposed legislation fails to advance or pass through the required stages of a lawmaking body. This impediment arises from various factors, including political dissent, procedural obstacles, or insufficient support among legislators. Regarding digital asset regulation, such a standstill often results from divergent perspectives on appropriate oversight, classification, or taxation methods for cryptocurrencies. This prolonged legislative inactivity can produce significant uncertainty for industries seeking clear legal operational parameters.