币界网报道：Senator Jeff Merkley has introduced a bill to prohibit U.S. government officials from trading or profiting from cryptocurrency investments while in office, aiming to curb conflicts of interest. The proposed "Cryptocurrency Ethics Act" would extend existing financial disclosure and trading restrictions to digital assets, requiring officials to disclose holdings and barring them from trading during their tenure. Merkley cited concerns over insider advantages and market manipulation risks, noting the opaque nature of crypto markets. The bill follows recent scrutiny of officials' crypto dealings, including reports of lawmakers trading digital assets ahead of key regulatory decisions. If passed, violators could face penalties under the STOCK Act. Industry groups have yet to comment on the proposal.