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118th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. 1638
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
May 17, 2023
Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Warner) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
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.
Short title
This Act may be cited as the Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act
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Prohibition on contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with ballot initiatives and referenda
In general
Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A)) is amended by inserting “, or a State or local ballot initiative or ballot referendum” after election
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Effective date
The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to contributions and donations made on or after the date of enactment of this Act.