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SANTOS Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 350

The SANTOS Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 350, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to national security and foreign policy in relation to the country of Colombia.

The SANTOS Act aims to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Colombia by providing support for the Colombian government in their efforts to combat drug trafficking, terrorism, and other threats to national security. The bill includes provisions for increased military and intelligence cooperation between the two countries, as well as support for economic development and human rights initiatives in Colombia.

Additionally, the SANTOS Act seeks to promote peace and stability in the region by supporting the implementation of the peace agreement between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). The bill includes measures to assist with the reintegration of former FARC combatants into society and to address the root causes of conflict in Colombia. Overall, the SANTOS Act is aimed at strengthening the partnership between the United States and Colombia in order to promote security, stability, and prosperity in the region. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo revisions before being voted on.

Congressional Summary of HR 350

Stopping Another Non-Truthful Office Seeker Act or the SANTOS Act

This bill requires congressional candidates to file additional personal information with their principal campaign committees and the Federal Election Commission. The bill also imposes criminal penalties for knowingly and willfully violating this requirement, such as by providing false information.

Specifically, the bill requires any individual who is a candidate for the House of Representatives or the Senate to provide information about their educational background, military service (if any), and employment history.

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Current Status of Bill HR 350

Bill HR 350 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2023. Bill HR 350 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2023.  Bill HR 350's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of January 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 350

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
24
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 350

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Civil actions and liability
- Congressional elections
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Military personnel and dependents
- Personnel records
- Student records

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 350

SANTOS Act
SANTOS Act
Stopping Another Non-Truthful Office Seeker Act
To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require a candidate for Congress to file additional information about a candidate's educational background, military service, and employment history, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 350

Ritchie Torres
Ritchie Torres
New YorkDemocrat
Eric Swalwell
Eric Swalwell
CaliforniaDemocrat
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Eleanor Holmes Norton
District of ColumbiaDemocrat
Kweisi Mfume
Kweisi Mfume
MarylandDemocrat
Barbara Lee
Barbara Lee
CaliforniaDemocrat
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr.
GeorgiaDemocrat

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