H.J.Res. 21 · 116th Congress

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving Congress power to regulate campaign contributions for Federal elections.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2019-01-03
Latest action
2019-01-03 · Introduced in House

Summary

Constitutional Amendment

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment giving Congress and states the power to regulate (1) donations to candidates for public office, or (2) media advertisements intended to influence the outcome of a vote.

The amendment prohibits noncitizens or foreign agents from (1) donating to a candidate for public office, or (2) making donations intended to influence the outcome of an election or of any other direct vote.