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Changes to campaign finance and election influence.

A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aims to allow Congress and states to regulate election campaign spending. Citizens may experience changes in how political campaigns are funded, potentially affecting how candidates reach voters and how campaigns are conducted. The goal is to limit the influence of large private donations and increase the role of public funding.
Key points
Congress and states can impose reasonable limits on raising and spending money to influence elections.
Public campaign financing systems may be enacted to reduce the influence of private wealth.
Authorities can differentiate between individuals and corporations, including prohibiting entities from spending money to influence elections.
These changes will not restrict freedom of the press.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HJRES_13
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the authority of Congress and the States to regulate contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections and to enact public financing systems for political campaigns.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_13.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress and states can impose reasonable limits on raising and spending money to influence elections.
  • Public campaign financing systems may be enacted to reduce the influence of private wealth.
  • Authorities can differentiate between individuals and corporations, including prohibiting entities from spending money to influence elections.
  • These changes will not restrict freedom of the press.
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. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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