The window for passing meaningful cryptocurrency legislation in the United States is rapidly closing. Industry leader Marta Belcher, president of the Blockchain Association and Filecoin Foundation, warns that if missed, a lack of clear regulations could severely harm the industry’s long-term prospects. According to Belcher, who spoke on Cointelegraph’s Decentralize podcast this week, the urgency for action is substantial, as lawmakers face an uncertain political landscape following upcoming elections. 2026 looms large as a potential barrier for progress. Belcher points to the past administration’s hostile environment towards cryptocurrency, highlighting the SEC lawsuits against major tokens and the resulting exodus of businesses from the US market.