Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025
Ballot Measures: Ban on Foreign Donations
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being introduced in the House. It has been sent to the House Committee on House Administration for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill has support from both parties and deals with a popular topic, but it still needs to pass through committees and both houses of Congress.
Key Points
- This bill stops people from other countries who are not U.S. citizens from giving money to support or oppose state and local ballot measures. These measures are the specific questions voters see on their ballots, like changes to state laws or local taxes.
- Currently, federal law bans foreign money in elections for candidates like the president or members of Congress. This new rule would expand that ban to include local and state-wide votes on specific issues.
- The goal is to prevent foreign influence in American elections. It aims to make sure that only U.S. citizens and legal residents are funding the campaigns that shape local laws.
- If passed, the law would take effect immediately for any new donations. It would apply to all levels of government, from small town votes to large state-wide initiatives.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Introduced in House
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Votes
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025
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