Retroactive Foreign Agents Registration Act
12/12/2024, 7:22 PMSummary of Bill HR 4545
Bill 118 HR 4545, also known as the Retroactive Foreign Agents Registration Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to require individuals who have acted as foreign agents in the past to retroactively register with the Department of Justice.The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the political process by ensuring that individuals who have worked on behalf of foreign governments or entities disclose their activities. This would help to prevent foreign interference in US elections and policymaking.
Under the Retroactive Foreign Agents Registration Act, individuals who have engaged in lobbying or advocacy on behalf of foreign interests would be required to register with the Department of Justice within a specified timeframe. Failure to do so could result in penalties or legal action. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the integrity of the US political system and safeguard against foreign influence. Critics, however, raise concerns about potential violations of free speech rights and the burden of retroactive registration on individuals. Overall, the Retroactive Foreign Agents Registration Act is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to address the issue of foreign interference in US politics. Its impact, if passed, could have far-reaching implications for individuals who have worked on behalf of foreign interests in the past.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4545
Bill HR 4545 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2023. Bill HR 4545 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 11, 2023. Bill HR 4545's most recent activity was ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Cline asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 4545, a bill originally introduced by Representative Gallagher, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection. as of December 10, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4545
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
40Democrat Cosponsors
22Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4545
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4545
Retroactive Foreign Agents Registration ActRetroactive Foreign Agents Registration ActTo amend the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended to clarify the obligation of individuals who formerly served as agents of foreign principals to register retroactively as foreign agents under the Act with respect to activities carried out previously on behalf of such foreign principals, and for other purposes.Comments
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