Woofun AI reports that the Blockchain Association, Crypto Council for Innovation, and The Digital Chamber have jointly addressed a letter to Jason Smith, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, and Richard Neal, Chief Minority Whip. The coalition urges support for 'The Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act' (H.R. 9175), introduced by Representative Mike Carey, advocating for its passage in its original form. The letter highlights a persistent ambiguity in tax laws concerning the timing, source, and nature of taxes on mining and staking rewards since the inception of 比特币. Historical precedents include a 2014 IRS notice requiring miners to include the fair market value of mined 比特币 in gross income, followed by a 2023 ruling classifying staking rewards as taxable income in real-time. With total assets secured by Proof of Stake (PoS) and Proof of Work (PoW) mechanisms now exceeding $1.7 trillion, the organizations argue that the bill applies century-old tax principles to newly created wealth. This approach ensures income is ultimately taxed while preventing forced asset sales before realization. The signatories contend that compared to alternative proposals mandating a five-year recognition period—which the Joint Tax Committee notes would yield minimal additional revenue but significantly increase compliance burdens—this bill achieves tax objectives at lower administrative costs. They call on Congress to maintain this balanced approach.