In the Thursday Committee meeting, lawmakers looked into backing state funds not just with U.S. dollars but with gold and qualifying this potential state tender to its highest value if lawmakers sign on. ”We sent the signal in 1819 with the legal tender act, but I think it sends a signal we’re open for business in this space much like we have with blockchain as well and cryptocurrency, said Rep. Steve Harshman, Chair of House Revenue Committee and H.D. 37.