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CA AB1819

CA AB1819
Political Reform Act of 1974: contributions and expenditures by foreign-influenced business entities.


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Introduced
02/07/2022
In Committee
05/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Section 85320 of, and to add Section 82007.5 to, the Government Code, relating to the Political Reform Act of 1974.

AI Summary

This bill, the "Stop Foreign Influence in California Elections Act," aims to expand existing prohibitions on foreign governments, foreign principals, and foreign-influenced business entities from making contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures in connection with California state or local ballot measures or elections. It defines a "foreign-influenced business entity" as one where a single foreign principal owns 1% or more of the equity or voting shares, or where multiple foreign principals own 5% or more. The bill requires such entities to file a certification with the filing officer and candidates/committees, stating they were not foreign-influenced at the time of the contribution. It also prohibits people from using such contributions for election purposes without receiving the certification. The bill imposes misdemeanor penalties for violations and declares that it furthers the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

In committee: Held under submission. (on 05/19/2022)

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