Campaign finance reform.
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- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This resolution expresses California’s disagreement with the U.S. Supreme Court’s Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission decision, which allowed unlimited corporate spending in political campaigns. It encourages other states to adopt policies limiting corporate influence in elections and safeguarding democratic processes. The resolution highlights concerns about the impact of corporate money, particularly ‘dark money’ and Super PACs, on election integrity and the potential conflict between corporate interests and the public good.
Key provisions
- Expresses disagreement with the Citizens United Supreme Court ruling.
- Encourages other states to limit corporate contributions to political campaigns.
- Acknowledges concerns about the influence of ‘dark money’ and Super PACs.
- References the historical view that corporate interests should be limited.
- Cites Thomas Jefferson’s sentiment against corporate aristocracy.
- Calls for protecting the integrity of elections.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to various federal officials.
Who is affected
- Corporations
- Political Campaign Committees
- California Voters
- State Legislators
- Federal Legislators
Notable changes
- The resolution does not propose specific legislative changes but advocates for broader policy shifts.
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