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Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act

5/13/2026, 9:05 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8721

The "Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 11, 2026. The bill aims to address foreign interference in American elections. Specific provisions and directives within the bill include measures to enhance election security, deter foreign influence campaigns, and safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. The full text and details of the bill can be accessed through the provided links to the official PDF version.

Current Status of Bill HR 8721

Bill HR 8721 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2026. Bill HR 8721 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2026.  Bill HR 8721's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 11, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8721

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8721

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8721

Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act
Preventing Foreign Interference in American Elections Act
To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prevent foreign interference in United States elections, and for other purposes.

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