Poland’s lower house of parliament has moved to revive the country’s stalled crypto legislation, sending a strong signal that alignment with EU standards remains a political priority.
The decision reopens a regulatory debate that now shifts back to the Senate, and ultimately, the president.
Sejm Reapproves the Bill Without Changes
On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Sejm re-approved the Crypto-Asset Market Act without introducing any amendments to the version previously vetoed. The bill passed with 241 votes in favor, reflecting sufficient support from the ruling coalition to override earlier objections.
Following the vote, the legislation was sent back to the Senate for renewed debate. If the Senate completes its review, the bill will again require the signature of President Karol Nawrocki to enter into force.
This procedural reset places the bill back on the same legislative track it followed earlier this month – but with a changed political backdrop.
Why the Law Was Vetoed and Why It’s Back
President Nawrocki vetoed the original bill on December 1, 2025, citing concerns over regulatory complexity. He warned that the framework could impose excessive compliance costs on smaller crypto firms and risk limiting financial freedom through overly rigid oversight.
Despite those objections, the government chose to resubmit the exact same text, signaling that the substance of the law is non-negotiable. Officials argue that the framework is essential for national security and for ensuring Poland’s full compliance with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.
According to government representatives, recent classified security briefings, reportedly addressing risks tied to crypto-funded crime and espionage, may reduce the likelihood of a second presidential veto.
Criticism Over Scope and Scale
Opposition to the bill remains vocal. Politician Tomasz Mentzen has described the legislation as “118 pages of overregulation,” contrasting it with what he characterizes as simpler and more business-friendly crypto laws in countries such as Hungary and Romania.
Critics argue that while EU alignment is necessary, Poland’s approach risks overshooting MiCA’s requirements and creating barriers for domestic startups. Supporters counter that tighter supervision is the price of regulatory clarity and cross-border credibility.
What the Law Is Designed to Do
At its core, the Crypto-Asset Market Act aims to formally designate the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF)as the primary regulator of the country’s crypto sector. The framework is designed to bring Poland into full compliance with MiCA ahead of the July 2026 EU deadline.
The coming weeks will determine whether the Senate endorses the bill and whether President Nawrocki is willing to sign legislation he previously rejected. The outcome will shape Poland’s crypto market structure just as EU-wide rules move from theory into enforcement.
