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H.R.4540: Prevent Foreign Influence in our Elections Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced Jan. 27, 2010
- Latest Major Action Jan. 27, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Prevent Foreign Influence in our Elections Act - Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to apply the ban on contributions and expenditures by foreign nationals in connection with a federal, state, or local election to domestic corporations (subsidiaries) with respect to which the percentage of outstanding shares controlled directly or indirectly by foreign principals is equal to or greater than 50%.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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| Jan. 27, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) |