To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit individuals holding Federal office from directly soliciting contributions to or on behalf of any political committee under such Act, and for other purposes.

1/16/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Bill 119 HR 415, also known as the "Stop Congressional Fundraising Act," aims to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971. The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit individuals who hold Federal office from directly soliciting contributions for any political committee under the Act. This means that members of Congress and other federal officeholders would no longer be able to personally ask for donations on behalf of political committees.

The bill seeks to address concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of money in politics. By prohibiting direct solicitation of contributions, the hope is to reduce the perception of corruption and undue influence on elected officials.

In addition to the prohibition on direct solicitation, the bill also includes other provisions related to campaign finance. These provisions are aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the political fundraising process. Overall, Bill 119 HR 415 represents an effort to reform campaign finance laws and reduce the influence of money in politics. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the political fundraising landscape.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 415

Introduced on
2025-01-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Bill 119 HR 415, also known as the "Stop Congressional Fundraising Act," aims to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971. The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit individuals who hold Federal office from directly soliciting contributions for any political committee under the Act. This means that members of Congress and other federal officeholders would no longer be able to personally ask for donations on behalf of political committees.

The bill seeks to address concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of money in politics. By prohibiting direct solicitation of contributions, the hope is to reduce the perception of corruption and undue influence on elected officials.

In addition to the prohibition on direct solicitation, the bill also includes other provisions related to campaign finance. These provisions are aimed at increasing transparency and accountability in the political fundraising process. Overall, Bill 119 HR 415 represents an effort to reform campaign finance laws and reduce the influence of money in politics. It will be interesting to see how this bill progresses through Congress and what impact it may have on the political fundraising landscape.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit individuals holding Federal office from directly soliciting contributions to or on behalf of any political committee under such Act, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
JB
Jamir Bishop
@rock_melon_speyburn_adjika11876
I don't agree with this bill. It could limit the ability of politicians to raise funds for their campaigns, which may impact their ability to effectively communicate their message to voters. #politics #HR415

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/15/2025
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.