HR 3535 · Passed House · 07-13-26
Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act
What does the Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act do?
HR 3535 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1). Amends section 319(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A)) by inserting ", including a State or local ballot initiative or referendum or recall election" after "State, or local election." The amendment applies to contributions and donations made on or after the date of enactment.
Did HR 3535 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, HR 3535 has passed the House.
Status: Passed House
Latest vote: House Passed by voice vote on July 13, 2026
Outlook: Moderate
Key provisions
- Foreign National Ban Extended to Ballot Measures
- Amends 52 U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A)
- Adds ", including a State or local ballot initiative or referendum or recall election" after "State, or local election"
- Forward-Looking Effective Date
- Applies to contributions and donations made on or after the date of enactment
Last updated July 15, 2026