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Indiana’s new bill could let state pensions buy Bitcoin ETFs while strengthening mining protections and expanding self-custody rights.   A new Bitcoin bill is gaining attention across the United States after Indiana lawmakers moved to expand crypto access.  Bitcoin is now being discussed in relation to pensions, mining rights and digital asset ownership and if this bill passes, lawmakers say the plan will provide clearer rules and safer access to crypto through regulated products. Pension access to crypto ETFs The new filing would allow state-managed funds to invest in Bitcoin and other crypto ETFs. The filing, referred to as House Bill 1042 comes from State Representative Kyle Pierce, who filed it during a House Financial Institutions Committee session. The proposal targets public retirement and savings plans, including teacher pensions and public employee funds. It also covers education savings plans like 529 accounts.  However, the bill does not allow direct Bitcoin purchases, and merely allows the buying of regulated ETFs instead. NEW: 🇺🇸 Indiana House introduces bill that would allow pensions to invest in Bitcoin. The bill also aims to help protect self custody 👏 pic.twitter.com/dnGGU6DlwX — Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) December 5, 2025 Lawmakers say ETFs reduce risk because they trade on regulated exchanges. This structure offers more transparency than direct token ownership. Retirement officials took a neutral stance. They said low current demand exists from members. They also said ETF exposure could fit existing plans if proper risk warnings appear. Coinbase, CoinGecko, and CoinMarketCap data already show rising interest in Bitcoin ETFs, and state-level access could open a new path for long-term exposure. Strengthened protections for miners The new bill also focuses on mining activity in terms of noise and bans on crypto payments. Under the new bill, mining firms must meet clear sound limits, and this approach aims to…

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