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Ban on Direct Campaign Fundraising by Federal Officeholders

New rules aim to limit the direct influence of federal officeholders on election campaign financing. This means that individuals holding federal office will not be able to personally solicit money for political committees or federal election activities. The goal is to increase transparency and reduce potential pressure in the fundraising process.
Key points
Federal officeholders are prohibited from directly soliciting campaign contributions.
They can attend fundraising events but cannot personally ask for donations.
The changes will apply to solicitations made on or after the enactment date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_415
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Process start date: 2025-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_415.

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 2025-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal officeholders are prohibited from directly soliciting campaign contributions.
  • They can attend fundraising events but cannot personally ask for donations.
  • The changes will apply to solicitations made on or after the enactment date.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2].

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 2025-12-22.

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