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- H.R.424
H.R.424: Empowering Citizens Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 21, 2015
- Latest Major Action Jan. 21, 2015
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Empowering Citizens Act Amends the Internal Revenue Code and the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (FECA) to revise the system of public financing for presidential primary and general elections occurring after January 1, 2016, and to establish a system of public financing for congressional elections. Increases the amount of matching funds for presidential primaries from a one-to-one match to a six-to-one match for contributions of $250...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan. 21, 2015 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Jan. 21, 2015 |
Referred to House Administration
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| Jan. 21, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by David E. Price (D-N.C.) |