Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1638 Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 1:52 AM

Summary of Bill S 1638

Bill 118 s 1638, also known as the Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent foreign entities from influencing ballot measures in the United States.

The bill aims to achieve this by requiring any person or entity that spends money to influence a ballot measure to disclose if they are receiving funding from a foreign source. This disclosure would need to be made to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) within 24 hours of receiving the foreign funding.

Additionally, the bill prohibits any foreign national, government, or entity from directly or indirectly spending money to influence a ballot measure in the US. Violators of this provision could face fines or other penalties. Overall, the Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act seeks to safeguard the integrity of the US electoral process by ensuring that foreign entities cannot unduly influence ballot measures. This bill is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to protect the democratic process from foreign interference.

Congressional Summary of S 1638

Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act

This bill prohibits contributions or donations by foreign nationals in connection with state or local ballot initiatives or referenda.

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Current Status of Bill S 1638

Bill S 1638 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill S 1638 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 17, 2023. Bill S 1638's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of May 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1638

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1638

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1638

Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act

A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with ballot initiatives and referenda.