Bill · H.R. 6738· House(119-HR-6738)
Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 12/16/2025
- Last activity
- 12/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Sponsored by
- Ben Cline
- Cosponsors
- - 9 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025," aims to change the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971. It seeks to prohibit foreign nationals from making contributions or donations in connection with State or local ballot initiatives and referenda. The amendment would specifically add these ballot measures to the list of prohibited activities. These changes would apply to any contributions or donations made on or after the date the Act is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this make elections run better?+6
The bill strengthens the electoral process by preventing foreign nationals from funding state and local ballot measures.
Does this protect the right to vote?+5
The bill protects the integrity of local democratic processes by prohibiting foreign financial interference in ballot initiatives.
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?+3
The bill aims to secure the local voting process from foreign influence.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Prevention of foreign influence in local decisions: By amending Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, the bill prohibits contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with State or local ballot initiatives or referenda (Section 2(a)). This could prevent outside interests from influencing local ballot measures.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned: The provided text does not list any provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Voting Rights+5Improves Voting Access+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Electoral Process+6
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+2Good For Urban Residents+2
- 8/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/19/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/16/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- 8 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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