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ID H0245
ID H0245Amends and adds to existing law to prohibit foreign contributions, independent expenditures, and electioneering communications.
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Introduced
02/24/2021
02/24/2021
In Committee
03/19/2021
03/19/2021
Crossed Over
03/09/2021
03/09/2021
Passed
04/14/2021
04/14/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/16/2021
04/16/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
CAMPAIGN FINANCE -- Amends and adds to existing law to prohibit foreign contributions, independent expenditures, and electioneering communications.
AI Summary
This bill amends and adds to existing law to prohibit foreign nationals (individuals who are not U.S. citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents, foreign governments, foreign political parties, and certain foreign entities) from making contributions, independent expenditures, or electioneering communications in connection with U.S. elections. Violations are subject to civil fines and potential criminal penalties, including felony charges for repeat offenses or high-dollar violations. The bill also makes changes to the statute governing prosecution of campaign finance violations, including extending the statute of limitations for felony violations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
State Affairs Committee (House)
Last Action
Reported Signed by Governor on April 15, 2021 Session Law Chapter 237 Effective: 07/01/2021 (on 04/16/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0245/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0245.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2021/legislation/H0245SOP.pdf |
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