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H.R.767: Common-Sense Campaign Finance Reform Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 13, 1997
- Latest Major Action Feb. 13, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Common Sense Campaign Finance Reform Act of 1997 - Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to limit the amount of contributions a candidate may accept from: (1) individuals not residing in the candidate's district; and (2) multicandidate political committees. Sets forth reporting requirements. Prohibits individuals not eligible to vote in Federal elections from making any contribution to any candidate for election to Federal office or...
(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 Oversight.
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Feb. 13, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Joseph K. Knollenberg (R-Mich.) |