Lummis urges Senate action on crypto “Clarity Act” before recess, says bipartisan work is underway

Sen. Cynthia Lummis urged the Senate to move forward on the crypto “Clarity Act” before it breaks for recess, telling Fox Business that bipartisan work on the bill is underway but warning that the proposal could still be derailed by last-minute demands. She made the remarks in an interview reported Wednesday. In the interview, Lummis said she has been working with Democratic lawmakers into the night to try to secure agreement on the package. She warned that some senators are still making additional requests that, in her view, are not reasonable and could prevent the bill from reaching passage in time.

Lummis’s comments were framed around the timing of Senate proceedings leading into recess. She said that if “Clarity” does not move, Democrats would be responsible, a statement reported as part of her broader push for the chamber to take action rather than allow the bill to lapse.

The remarks come amid reported efforts to reach bipartisan consensus on a crypto policy package that proponents characterize as providing clarity for the industry. Lummis said the negotiating process is producing results but emphasized that the remaining step is Senate action, not continued bargaining.

The reported exchange highlights the procedural stakes of recess timing for major legislation, where delays can shift negotiations into the next legislative window or reduce the likelihood of floor consideration. Lummis’s remarks also underscore a recurring theme in major bills: whether remaining objections can be accommodated without changing the core terms enough to stall a bipartisan agreement.

A detailed description of the bill text, specific provisions, or any scheduled Senate floor timetable was not included in the reporting provided for this item. Further confirmation from Congress or committee materials would be needed to verify the bill’s status, any amendments under discussion, and the exact timing of the recess schedule.