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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit certain political committees from compensating the spouse of the candidate for services provided to or on behalf of the committee, to require such committees to report on payments made to the spouse and the immediate family members of the candidate, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Oversight for Members And Relatives Act or OMAR Act, amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit political committees established or controlled by a candidate or federal officeholder from paying the candidate's spouse for any services rendered to the committee. Furthermore, these committees must now report any payments made to the candidate's spouse or immediate family members, which are defined to include children, parents, siblings, in-laws, and grandchildren. If a candidate or officeholder knowingly allows their committee to violate these provisions, any penalties imposed will be levied directly against them, and their committee will be prohibited from reimbursing them for these penalties. These changes are intended to increase transparency and prevent potential conflicts of interest regarding campaign funds and family members.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (on 01/30/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7304/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7304/BILLS-119hr7304ih.pdf |
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