New York Targets Bitcoin Mining With Proposed Tax Hike Bill
4th October 2025
Yesterday, two members of the New York State (NYS) Senate introduced Senate Bill 8518 (S8518), which imposes excise taxes on digital asset mining using the proof-of-work consensus mechanism, making it even more difficult than it already is for bitcoin miners to operate in the state.
Politicians’ motto; If it moves, tax it. If it doesn’t move, kick it until in moves, then tax it.