New York bitcoin mining ban's fate now in governor's hands

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

64% : "This will likely be deemed a violation of the Fifth Amendment and unconstitutional."
59% : "Proof-of-work mining has the potential to lead the global transition to more sustainable energy," Boring said.
48% : While the Fifth Amendment is known for allowing people the right to remain silent in legal proceedings, it also applies to a citizen's right to life, liberty or property and requires that owners be compensated when private property is put to public use.
27% : If Hochul signs it into law, new bitcoin mining permits and existing permit renewals will be banned for two years as the state studies proof-of-work mining and related social and economic costs and benefits.

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