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US HR4484

US HR4484
Keeping Foreign Money out of Ballot Measures Act of 2023


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Introduced
07/06/2023
In Committee
07/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit foreign nationals from making contributions in connection with a State or local ballot initiative or referendum.

AI Summary

This bill, the Keeping Foreign Money out of Ballot Measures Act of 2023, aims to amend federal law to prohibit foreign nationals from making contributions or donations in connection with state or local ballot initiatives or referendums. The bill defines a "foreign national" as per the Federal Election Campaign Act and imposes penalties of up to $10,000 or 300% of the contribution value, and/or up to 1 year in prison, for any violations. The amendments made by this bill would apply to contributions and donations made on or after the date of the bill's enactment.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (on 07/06/2023)

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