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Prohibiting Payments to Entities Controlled by Political Committee Insiders, Combating Scam PACs

This new law aims to protect political donors from fraud by prohibiting political committees from disbursing funds to entities owned or controlled by individuals with executive or managerial authority over the committee, or their family members. This measure seeks to prevent the misuse of funds intended for candidate and party support, thereby increasing trust in the electoral process. Citizens can be more confident that their donations will go towards intended political purposes rather than personal enrichment of organizers.
Key points
Disbursement Ban: Political committees are prohibited from making payments to entities owned or controlled by their operators or their family members, unless the majority of funds are spent on legitimate political expenditures.
Donor Protection: The Act targets "scam PACs" – committees that solicit contributions promising to support candidates but primarily use funds for personal compensation and fundraising costs.
Increased Integrity: The goal is to enhance the integrity of campaign finance and restore public confidence in democratic institutions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6893
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2023-12-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SCAM PAC Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6893.

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 2023-12-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Disbursement Ban: Political committees are prohibited from making payments to entities owned or controlled by their operators or their family members, unless the majority of funds are spent on legitimate political expenditures.
  • Donor Protection: The Act targets "scam PACs" – committees that solicit contributions promising to support candidates but primarily use funds for personal compensation and fundraising costs.
  • Increased Integrity: The goal is to enhance the integrity of campaign finance and restore public confidence in democratic institutions.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

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

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