Missouri lawmakers approved a bill making gold and silver legal tender for state payments, but not required for private businesses. Critics question how it will work in practice.
Key Points
State bill makes gold and silver legal tender for state payments
Does not mandate private businesses to accept gold and silver
Critics raise concerns about practicality and implementation
Pros
Restores economic and political freedom to Missourians
Provides an alternative payment method for state taxes and debts
Cons
May pose challenges for private businesses to accept gold and silver