The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee announced that its hearing on the Crypto Markets Structure Bill, originally scheduled for January 15, has been postponed. The text of the bill will be released on January 21, and a markup hearing will be held on January 27. The committee stated that this adjustment aims to ensure transparency in the legislative process and give committee members more time for review. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman stated that the bill will provide clarity and certainty for the crypto market, protecting consumers while supporting American innovation. Meanwhile, the Senate Banking Committee will hold a separate markup hearing this week on its version of the Crypto Markets Structure Bill. The current Agriculture Committee version has not yet released its official text, and points of contention include ethical provisions and the composition of the regulatory committee. (CoinDesk)