South Carolina’s governor signs a new bill into law that prohibits state agencies from using central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) for payments while expanding protections for the state’s crypto sector. The legislation bans state entities from accepting or requiring CBDC payments and restricts government actions related to CBDC use. At the same time, it provides support for Bitcoin mining, including measures intended to prevent discriminatory local rules. According to reporting on the bill, the law includes protections for Bitcoin miners against discriminatory zoning and licensing practices, aiming to reduce barriers to mining operations. The law also extends protections beyond miners, covering crypto users and developers, as described by multiple outlets. Overall, the statute reflects a pro-crypto approach at the state level, pairing CBDC restrictions with safeguards designed to keep mining and related activities from being unfairly targeted through regulation. The bill takes effect after the governor signs it, with the reported signing occurring on Tuesday.