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Campaign Funds Accountability: No Personal Gain After Elections

New rules require campaign committees and leadership PACs to disburse unspent funds after an election. This aims to prevent the use of these funds for personal gain, especially by former candidates who become lobbyists or foreign agents. Citizens can expect greater transparency in political financing.
Key points
Unspent campaign money must be returned to donors, given to charities, or transferred to other political parties.
Prohibition on disbursing unspent funds to close relatives of the candidate, unless it's for documented campaign obligations.
Former candidates who become lobbyists or foreign agents must certify compliance with campaign fund disbursement rules.
Changes apply starting from the November 2022 elections.
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Additional Information
Honest Elections and Campaign, No Gain Act
Print number: HR 2388
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Process start date: 2021-04-08
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Campaign Funds Accountability: No Personal Gain After Elections

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2388.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unspent campaign money must be returned to donors, given to charities, or transferred to other political parties.
  • Prohibition on disbursing unspent funds to close relatives of the candidate, unless it's for documented campaign obligations.
  • Former candidates who become lobbyists or foreign agents must certify compliance with campaign fund disbursement rules.
  • Changes apply starting from the November 2022 elections.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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