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Ban on Foreign Funding for State and Local Ballot Measures.

This law expands the existing prohibition on foreign nationals funding election campaigns. The ban now explicitly includes all contributions and donations related to state and local ballot initiatives and referenda. The goal is to shield local decision-making processes from foreign financial influence, aiming to increase public confidence in the integrity of these votes.
Key points
The prohibition on funding by foreign nationals is extended to all state and local votes concerning citizen initiatives and referenda.
Limiting the influence of foreign money on shaping local policies, such as taxes, education, or zoning.
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Print number: 118_S_1638
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1638.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The prohibition on funding by foreign nationals is extended to all state and local votes concerning citizen initiatives and referenda.
  • Limiting the influence of foreign money on shaping local policies, such as taxes, education, or zoning.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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