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H.R. 1978 (103rd)

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to lower the maximum amount of contributions a multicandidate political committee may make to a House of Representatives candidate, and for other purposes.

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5 May 1993

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Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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2 January 2025

Summary

Amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to reduce the amount of contributions that a multicandidate political committee (PAC) may make to a House of Representatives candidate. Prohibits House general election contributions in nonelection years. Sets forth: (1) limitations and reporting requirements for amounts paid for mixed political activities ("soft money"); (2) voluntary expenditure limitations for House elections; and (3) House contribution limitations from persons other than in-State residents. Prohibits election-year franked mass mailings by House members. Requires House members to return or give to charity unused campaign funds.

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