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Ban on Foreign Funds in Ballot Initiatives and Referenda

This new law expands the prohibition on foreign nationals contributing money to campaigns related to state and local ballot initiatives and referenda. This means that direct voting decisions will be less susceptible to foreign influence, aiming to increase transparency and fairness in democratic processes.
Key points
Extends the ban on foreign contributions to include ballot initiatives and referenda campaigns.
Strengthens the protection of democratic processes from foreign influence.
Changes are effective from the date the act is passed.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3229
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3229.

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 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the ban on foreign contributions to include ballot initiatives and referenda campaigns.
  • Strengthens the protection of democratic processes from foreign influence.
  • Changes are effective from the date the act is passed.
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. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 257.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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