Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 6:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 2805

Bill 118 s 2805, also known as the Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of safeguarding the integrity of the American judicial system from foreign interference.

The bill seeks to address concerns about potential foreign influence on US courts by implementing a series of measures to enhance transparency and accountability within the judiciary. One of the key provisions of the bill is the requirement for all federal judges to disclose any foreign financial interests or connections that could potentially compromise their impartiality.

Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a task force dedicated to monitoring and investigating any attempts by foreign entities to manipulate or undermine the US court system. This task force would work closely with law enforcement agencies and intelligence services to identify and counteract any threats to the independence and integrity of the judiciary. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to enhance cybersecurity measures within the court system to protect against foreign hacking and other forms of cyber interference. It also calls for increased training and resources for judges and court personnel to better equip them to identify and respond to potential foreign threats. Overall, the Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the resilience of the US judicial system against external influences and ensure that justice is administered fairly and impartially.

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Current Status of Bill S 2805

Bill S 2805 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2023. Bill S 2805 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 14, 2023.  Bill S 2805's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of September 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2805

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2805

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2805

Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2023A bill to amend chapter 111 of title 28, United States Code, to increase transparency and oversight of third-party funding by foreign persons, to prohibit third-party funding by foreign states and sovereign wealth funds, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2805

R
John Kennedy
Louisiana(Republican)
R
Joe Manchin III
West Virginia(Democrat)

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