Ripple CEO Garlinghouse Reacts as US Approves First Major Crypto Bill: ‘Truly Historic’

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has praised the U.S. Senate’s passage of the GENIUS Act, calling it a “truly historic moment” for crypto and the broader financial system.

The bill passed with strong bipartisan support – 68 votes to 30 – marking the first major financial legislation since Dodd-Frank. For Garlinghouse, who’s been vocal about the need for clear regulations, this is a huge step forward for the industry.

New Rules for Stablecoins Are Here

The GENIUS Act sets a federal framework for regulating stablecoins. Under the new law, only approved entities like banks can issue dollar-backed digital currencies.

It also requires stablecoin issuers to publish monthly reports showing what backs their tokens, and major issuers must complete yearly audits. These rules aim to increase transparency and build trust in the growing stablecoin market.

Bipartisan Support Shows Changing Attitudes

The bill saw rare unity in Washington, with 18 crypto-friendly Democrats joining Republicans to support it. This shift suggests lawmakers are beginning to take crypto more seriously and recognize its potential if properly regulated.

Crypto Community Responds

These historic developments will boost the confidence of crypto lovers. With such pro-crypto programmes, investors who are looking to put their money on crypto will gain confidence.

How will it benefit XRP? A user on X shares that the GENIUS Act could increase XRP by improving Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin credibility, increasing institutional trust, and pushing XRP’s usage in cross-border payments.

Stronger Protections, Stronger Dollar

Supporters say the bill does more than regulate; it strengthens consumer protections, improves national security, and reinforces the U.S. dollar’s dominance in the digital age.

Garlinghouse said the industry has spent years asking for clear rules, and now, those efforts are finally paying off.

As the GENIUS Act moves toward implementation, its real impact on crypto markets – and Ripple’s future – will become clearer.

For now, the message is loud and clear: U.S. lawmakers are finally starting to meet the crypto industry halfway.