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Louisiana residents can now pay for state services from their crypto wallets.
The state of Louisiana will accept Bitcoin, Bitcoin Lightning, and USD Coin, according to an announcement from Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming.
The first cryptocurrency payment was made earlier this week to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
“In today’s digital age, government systems must evolve and embrace new technologies,” Fleming says in a statement. “By introducing cryptocurrency as a payment option, we’re not just innovating; we’re providing our citizens with flexibility and freedom in interacting with state services. Additionally, this unique innovation protects our state from any volatility associated with cryptocurrency.”
The integration of cryptocurrency payments into state agencies results from a collaborative effort between the state of Louisiana; Bead Pay, a specialist in cryptocurrency payments; and Louisiana-based integration partners. Envoc also worked on the project, according to a release.
