An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for corporate political contributions; and imposing penalties.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to regulate corporate political contributions and impose penalties. It defines key terms like ‘association,’ ‘foreign-influenced corporation,’ and ‘contribution.’ Specifically, it prohibits foreign-influenced corporations from making contributions to candidates or political committees, and establishes a certification process to ensure compliance. The bill also outlines penalties for individuals and corporations that violate these restrictions, including fines and potential dissolution for foreign corporations.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms related to corporate political contributions, including ‘association,’ ‘foreign-influenced corporation,’ and ‘contribution.’
- Prohibits foreign-influenced corporations from making contributions to candidates or political committees.
- Requires corporations making contributions to submit a certification confirming they are not foreign-influenced.
- Establishes penalties for individuals and corporations who violate the restrictions on corporate political contributions, including fines and potential dissolution.
- Creates a process for prosecuting violations, assigning jurisdiction to the Attorney General and county district attorneys.
- Clarifies that certain activities, such as providing meeting facilities to political committees, are not considered violations.
- Specifies that news media coverage of political activities is not prohibited.
- Sets a 60-day effective date for the bill.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Danielle Friel Otten
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