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CT HB05735

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2011

Primary Sponsor

Tim O'Brien

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires corporations seeking recognition in Connecticut, including non-Connecticut corporations operating within the state, to agree to a specific condition as a prerequisite for corporate recognition
  • Prohibits corporations, related corporate entities, and persons acting on their behalf from using corporate money for television, radio, print, mail, or internet communications intended to influence Connecticut elections, referendums, or public policy decisions
  • Applies the restriction to all forms of paid media communication channels including broadcast, print, and digital platforms
  • Designed to address the effects of the federal Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission Supreme Court decision on Connecticut's democratic process

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Effects Of The Federal "citizens United V. Federal Election Commission" Decision.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections

1/21/2011

Committee Referrals

Government Administration and Elections1/21/2011

Full Bill Text

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