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Introduced
10/16/2019
10/16/2019
In Committee
10/16/2019
10/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit certain foreign nationals from making disbursements to compensate persons engaging in internet activity promoting, supporting, attacking, or opposing the election of a candidate for public office. This bill prohibits foreign nationals from making disbursements for internet activity promoting, supporting, attacking, or opposing the election of a candidate for public office.
AI Summary
This bill, the Defending Elections From Foreign Efforts to Negate Democracy Act (DEFEND Act), amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit certain foreign nationals from making disbursements (payments) to compensate persons engaging in internet activity that promotes, supports, attacks, or opposes the election of a candidate for public office. The bill defines "covered foreign nationals" as foreign principals (such as foreign governments or political parties), their agents or representatives, and individuals included on the Office of Foreign Assets Control's sanctions list. This prohibition applies to disbursements made on or after the date of the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (on 10/16/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4703/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4703/BILLS-116hr4703ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4703/BILLS-116hr4703ih.pdf.pdf |
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