Crypto Policy Update

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Senior Director role emphasizes tech policy, privacy and network infrastructure with specific Capitol Hill experience including leading a team that produces over 100 reports at the Joint Economic Committee and two and a half years at the FCC working on a spectrum allocation op-ed that frames blockchain beyond crypto. Current Senate activity features shifting amendments and negotiations with passage unlikely to happen this week, and the Blockchain Association completes a leadership change to CEO Summer Messenger.

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1. 0:00Introduction and excitement for first PGP meeting
2. 0:19Personal background and entry into politics
3. 1:11Professional journey on Capitol Hill and tech focus
4. 2:31Work with FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel and early blockchain exposure
5. 3:54Current Senate activities and legislative updates
6. 4:50Blockchain Association’s transition and new CEO Summer Messenger
7. 5:23Closing remarks and gratitude

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