Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB415

Introduced
1/15/25  

Caption

Stop ActThis bill prohibits federal officeholders from directly soliciting contributions for certain federal election purposes. Specifically, the bill prohibits a federal officeholder from soliciting funds directly from any person (1) for or on behalf of any political committee, or (2) for or on the behalf of any person for use for federal election activity. However, a federal officeholder may participate in a fundraising event (e.g., planning, attending, or speaking at an event), as long as the federal officeholder does not engage in any written or verbal solicitation of funds in connection with the event.

Impact

The implications of HB 415 are significant as it proposes to limit the methods through which federal officeholders can engage in fundraising activities. This would mean that while officials could still attend and participate in fundraising events as guests or speakers, they could not solicit funds in any form during those events. The bill is seen as a measure to reduce potential conflicts of interest and decrease the potential for undue influence from wealthy donors on elected representatives.

Summary

House Bill 415, known as the 'Stop Act', aims to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 by prohibiting individuals holding federal office from directly soliciting contributions for or on behalf of any political committee. This legislative move seeks to address concerns over the influence and pressures associated with direct solicitation of funds by elected officials. By establishing clear boundaries around fundraising activities, the bill aims to bolster the integrity of political fundraising.

Contention

As discussions surrounding HB 415 evolve, varying viewpoints emerge among lawmakers. Proponents argue that the legislation is essential for preserving the democratic process and ensuring that elected officials are not burdened by financial expectations from contributors. Conversely, opponents may view the restrictions as overly limiting, potentially hindering the ability of candidates to raise necessary funds to compete effectively for office. The balance between maintaining public trust and providing candidates with adequate resources presents a central point of contention in the discourse.

Congress_id

119-HR-415

Policy_area

Government Operations and Politics

Introduced_date

2025-01-15

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB486

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to allow an individual who is not a U.S. citizen to vote in any election in the District of Columbia (DC). Further, DC must certify that it does not allow noncitizens to vote in elections as a condition of receiving any federal funds. Federal law bars noncitizens from voting in federal elections; however, the DC Council passed a bill on October 18, 2022, that allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections.

US HB7723

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit the solicitation and acceptance of a recurring contribution or donation in a campaign for election for Federal office by any method which does not require the contributor or donor to give affirmative consent to making the contribution or donation on a recurring basis, and for other purposes.

US HB192

This bill prohibits an individual who is not a U.S. citizen from voting in any elections in the District of Columbia (DC). Federal law bars noncitizens from voting in federal elections; however, the DC Council passed a bill on October 18, 2022, that allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections.

US SB12

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to allow an individual who is not a U.S. citizen to vote in any election in the District of Columbia (DC). Further, DC must certify that it does not allow noncitizens to vote in elections as a condition of receiving any federal funds. Federal law bars noncitizens from voting in federal elections; however, the DC Council passed a bill on October 18, 2022, that allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections.

US SB887

A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, and for other purposes.

US HB149

Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act This bill prohibits federal funds from being made available to state or local governments that allow noncitizens to vote in federal, state, or local elections.

US HB153

Family Integrity to Reform Elections Act or the FIRE Act This bill prohibits the use of campaign funds to compensate the immediate family member of a candidate or an individual holding federal office. It also requires disclosure of payments made to immediate family members. Specifically, the bill prohibits an authorized committee of a candidate or any other political committee that is established, maintained, or controlled by a candidate or an individual holding federal office from directly or indirectly compensating the immediate family member of the candidate or individual for services provided to or on behalf of the committee. The prohibition does not apply to a political committee of a political party. Next, the bill requires a political committee to report on disbursements to an immediate family member of the candidate or the individual holding federal office. Finally, the bill requires any penalty for a violation of the bill to be imposed on the candidate or the individual holding federal office if the candidate or individual involved knew of the violation. Further, it prohibits the committee involved from reimbursing the candidate or individual for the penalty.

US HB174

No Federal Funding for Teacher's Unions Act This bill prohibits labor organizations of education professionals from receiving federal funds.

US SB5606

A bill to reform the Federal Election Commission's enforcement processes and related provisions under the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971.

US HB10532

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit a candidate for election to the office or Representative in Congress or Senator from accepting contributions from any political committee other than an authorized committee of the candidate and from establishing a leadership PAC.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.