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Introduced
02/24/2021
02/24/2021
In Committee
04/28/2021
04/28/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the estab- lishment of a corporation to conceal election contribu- tions and donations by foreign nationals.
AI Summary
This bill, the Shell Company Abuse Act, amends Title 18 of the United States Code to prohibit the establishment of corporations, companies, or other entities with the intent to conceal election contributions and donations by foreign nationals, which is prohibited under the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971. The bill creates a new criminal offense punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a fine for anyone who owns, operates, or serves as an attorney or incorporation agent for such entities established with the intent to conceal foreign national election activity.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 04/28/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1279/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1279/BILLS-117hr1279ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1279/BILLS-117hr1279ih.pdf.pdf |
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