Introducing the Solana Policy Institute: Advocating for Solana’s Interests in Washington
One of Washington’s top crypto lobbyists, Miller Whitehouse-Levine, is making waves in the digital asset industry by establishing the country’s first nonprofit focused on the interests of Solana, the popular blockchain that has become a key player in meme coin trading and decentralized finance.
Whitehouse-Levine, formerly of the DeFi Education Fund, recently announced the launch of the Solana Policy Institute, where he will serve as the CEO. The institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit, aims to advocate for decentralized networks like Solana that are seen as the future infrastructure of the digital economy.
Shaping Smart Regulation for Solana
Speaking to Decrypt, Whitehouse-Levine emphasized the importance of representing Solana’s interests in the evolving crypto landscape. With crypto gaining political attention in Washington, he believes now is the time to shape smart regulations that support the growth and innovation of blockchain technologies like Solana.
2025 has already seen significant developments in crypto policy, with President Donald Trump signing multiple executive orders related to crypto and Congress pushing forward various pieces of legislation at a rapid pace.
Solana’s Rise in the Crypto Ecosystem
Solana has become a central player in the crypto ecosystem, particularly with the surge of activity on platforms like Pump.fun. In 2024, Solana led the pack with 100 million active addresses, far surpassing its competitors like Ethereum’s Base network.
While Solana’s operations are supported by the Solana Foundation, the Solana Policy Institute operates independently to advocate for Solana’s specific interests in Washington.
Future Plans for the Solana Policy Institute
Currently, Whitehouse-Levine is the sole employee of the Solana Policy Institute, but the team has plans to expand in the near future to further amplify Solana’s voice in policy discussions.
Edited by James Rubin