Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR119

Introduced
9/10/25  

Caption

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set limits on Federal campaign contributions and spending, prohibit corporate spending in the political process, require Congress to develop a system of public campaign financing for all Federal candidates who qualify for the ballot, and allow the States to set reasonable limits on campaign contributions and spending in State and local elections, and for other purposes.

Impact

The proposed amendment aims to strengthen democratic self-governance and political equality. By placing enforceable limits on campaign contributions, the bill seeks to protect the electoral process from excessive monetary influence, particularly that of corporations. As a result, it could reshape how federal elections are financed. If enacted, this would potentially lead to a decrease in the financial clout of corporate entities in politics, and increase transparency regarding the sources of campaign finances, affecting candidates' fundraising strategies and party dynamics nationwide.

Summary

HJR119 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States aimed at reforming campaign finance laws significantly. The joint resolution seeks to limit federal campaign contributions and expenditures while prohibiting corporate contributions in the electoral process. It mandates that Congress establish a public financing system for all federal candidates who qualify for the ballot. Additionally, the resolution allows states to impose reasonable limits on campaign contributions at both state and local levels, thereby granting them the authority to regulate their own electoral financing to an extent.

Contention

While supporters of HJR119 argue that it is essential for safeguarding democracy from the overpowering influence of money in politics, critics may view the restrictions on corporate spending as a limitation on free speech, particularly as related to political discourse and advocacy. Concerns may arise over the implications this resolution would have on the operations of political parties and candidates who rely heavily on substantial contributions to manage campaign costs. The need for Congress to define the parameters of public financing also raises questions regarding how fairly and feasibly this system could be implemented across different states.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HJR78

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set limits on Federal campaign contributions and spending, prohibit corporate spending in the political process, require Congress to develop a system of public campaign financing for all Federal candidates who qualify for the ballot, and allow the States to set reasonable limits on campaign contributions and spending in State and local elections, and for other purposes.

US HJR13

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the authority of Congress and the States to regulate contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections and to enact public financing systems for political campaigns.

US HB2522

Campaign Spending Integrity Act

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 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.

US HB11

Freedom to Vote Act This bill addresses voter registration and voting access, election integrity and security, redistricting, and campaign finance. Specifically, the bill expands voter registration (e.g., automatic and same-day registration) and voting access (e.g., vote-by-mail and early voting). It also limits removing voters from voter rolls. Next, the bill establishes Election Day as a federal holiday. The bill declares that the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in any election for federal office shall not be denied or abridged because that individual has been convicted of a criminal offense unless, at the time of the election, such individual is serving a felony sentence. The bill establishes certain federal criminal offenses related to voting. In particular, the bill establishes a new criminal offense for conduct (or attempted conduct) to corruptly hinder, interfere with, or prevent another person from registering to vote or helping someone register to vote. Additionally, the bill sets forth provisions related to election security, including by requiring states to conduct post-election audits for federal elections. The bill outlines criteria for congressional redistricting and generally prohibits mid-decade redistricting. The bill addresses campaign finance, including by expanding the prohibition on campaign spending by foreign nationals, requiring additional disclosure of campaign-related fundraising and spending, requiring additional disclaimers regarding certain political advertising, and establishing an alternative campaign funding system for certain federal offices.

US HJR104

Proposing a Federal debt limit amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

US SB1

Freedom to Vote Act This bill addresses voter registration and voting access, election integrity and security, redistricting, and campaign finance. Specifically, the bill expands voter registration (e.g., automatic and same-day registration) and voting access (e.g., vote-by-mail and early voting). It also limits removing voters from voter rolls. Next, the bill establishes Election Day as a federal holiday. The bill declares that the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in any election for federal office shall not be denied or abridged because that individual has been convicted of a criminal offense unless, at the time of the election, such individual is serving a felony sentence. The bill establishes certain federal criminal offenses related to voting. In particular, the bill establishes a new criminal offense for conduct (or attempted conduct) to corruptly hinder, interfere with, or prevent another person from registering to vote or helping someone register to vote. Additionally, the bill sets forth provisions related to election security, including by requiring states to conduct post-election audits for federal elections. The bill outlines criteria for congressional redistricting and generally prohibits mid-decade redistricting. The bill addresses campaign finance, including by expanding the prohibition on campaign spending by foreign nationals, requiring additional disclosure of campaign-related fundraising and spending, requiring additional disclaimers regarding certain political advertising, and establishing an alternative campaign funding system for certain federal offices.

US SB5505

A bill to limit spending from the Highway Trust Fund, and for other purposes.

US SB5605

A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require disclosures to contributors regarding recurring contributions or donations.

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