H.J.Res. 21 · 117th Congress
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving Congress power to regulate campaign contributions for Federal elections.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Kurt Schrader
- Introduced
- 2021-01-28
- Latest action
- 2021-01-28 · Introduced in House
Summary
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment giving Congress and states the power to regulate (1) donations to candidates for public office, and (2) donations used for media advertisements intended to influence the outcome of an election or direct 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 direct vote.