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HAMDT 413 (103rd)

An amendment in the nature of a substitute which eliminates the bill's spending limits, voter communication vouchers, and the overall $200,000 cap on political action committee and large contributions to each House candidate. Instead, the GOP substitute bans all PAC contributions, requires candidates to raise at least one-half of their funds from local residents, and prohibits soft money and bundling. The substitute also requires unions, corporations, and non-profit groups to disclose to the FEC all activities and spending that affect federal elections. In addition, the amendment requires labor unions to get written permission from members before dues can be used for political purposes.