OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8399.
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 2024-05-14.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Total ban on the use of foreign money for specific election activities, including voter registration, ballot collection, and election administration.
- Requires political committees and parties to certify, under penalty of perjury, that their funds comply with the foreign money ban.
- Protects the privacy of non-profit donors: Federal agencies are generally prohibited from collecting or publicly releasing the identification of donors to tax-exempt organizations.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 559.
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.