Arkansas Passes Controversial 'Right to Mine' Bill Allowing Noisy Bitcoin Facilities Near Homes

Arkansas passed a "Right to Mine" bill preventing local regulation of bitcoin mining facilities, leading to noisy open-air operations near homes.

Bitcoin mining facilities use thousands of fans to cool rows of computers verifying blockchain transactions, creating noise issues.

Residents can't move away due to reduced property values, and officials haven't addressed complaints due to business interests.

The "right to mine" bill was drafted by a bitcoin advocacy group pushing similar bills in 12 other states.

Even the bill's sponsor admits it needs fixing to address noise issues, while residents have sued the mining company.