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Chris Van Hollen: this is not to prevent innovation in this space. This is, as you say, simply to be able to, you know, collect gains that…

On the recordMay 2, 2022
this is not to prevent innovation in this space. This is, as you say, simply to be able to, you know, collect gains that have been made that--that should be taxed like other gains in the economy.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for tax collection on gains from virtual currencies without hindering innovation.

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