End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:00:11Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4501 End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4501

Bill 118 HR 4501, also known as the End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of prohibiting private funding of election administration. The bill specifically targets the practice of large corporations, such as Facebook (referred to as "Zuckerbucks" in the bill), providing financial support to state and local governments for election-related activities.

The End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023 seeks to address concerns about the influence of private entities on the electoral process and ensure that election administration remains impartial and free from outside interference. Proponents of the bill argue that allowing corporations to fund election activities could lead to conflicts of interest and undermine the integrity of the democratic process.

If passed, the legislation would prohibit state and local governments from accepting financial assistance from private companies for election administration purposes. It would also require any funds received from private entities to be returned or used for other purposes not related to elections. Opponents of the bill argue that it could limit the ability of state and local governments to adequately fund and administer elections, particularly in cases where public funding is insufficient. They also raise concerns about the potential impact on voter turnout and accessibility if resources for election-related activities are restricted. Overall, the End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the role of private funding in the electoral process and the need to ensure transparency and fairness in elections. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the merits and potential consequences of the proposed legislation.

Congressional Summary of HR 4501

End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023

This bill prohibits tax-exempt charitable organizations from providing direct funding to states or local governments for the administration of elections for public office.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4501

Bill HR 4501 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 6, 2023. Bill HR 4501 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 6, 2023. Bill HR 4501's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of July 6, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4501

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Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4501

End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit section 501(c)(3) organizations from providing funding for the administration of elections for public office.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4501

Claudia Tenney

New York(Republican)

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