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- H.R.1978
H.R.1978: To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to lower the maximum amount of contributions a multicandidate political committee may make to a House of Representatives candidate, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced May 5, 1993
- Latest Major Action May 5, 1993
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to reduce the amount of contributions that a multicandidate political committee (PAC) may make to a House of Representatives candidate. Prohibits House general election contributions in nonelection years. Sets forth: (1) limitations and reporting requirements for amounts paid for mixed political activities ("soft money"); (2) voluntary expenditure limitations for House elections; and (3) House...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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Referred to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.
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Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
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| May 5, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Peter I. Blute (R-Mass.) |