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Stop Foreign Donations in Elections
Recent Bills/Stop Foreign Donations in Elections

Stop Foreign Donations in Elections

IntroducedMay 21, 2025
Passed House2 months ago
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Sitting in the Senate Rules and Administration Committee.
Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.
Government Operations and PoliticsElections, voting, political campaign regulationState and local government operations
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Why This Matters

This bill makes it illegal for foreign nationals to contribute money to elections, including local ballot measures. It helps ensure that only American citizens influence election outcomes.

If you vote in local elections, this bill helps keep foreign money out of the process.
Who this affects
American voters · citizens participating in elections
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill stops foreign nationals from giving money for elections.
  2. 2It expands the current rules to include ballot initiatives and referenda.
  3. 3The law applies to state and local elections as well.
  4. 4It aims to protect the integrity of the election process.
  5. 5The changes take effect as soon as the bill is passed.
Read the detailed summary

Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act This bill prohibits contributions or donations by foreign nationals in connection with state or local ballot initiatives, referenda, or recall elections.

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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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House
Senate
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IntroducedMay 21, 2025
Sponsors
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HouseJul 13
SenateCurrent

Sitting in the Senate Rules and Administration Committee.

Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.

President

The President

Donald Trump
President
Awaiting Vote
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