MN SF4368

Urges Congress to propose a constitutional amendment allowing the federal and state governments to regulate political contributions and expenditures by corporations, unions, and individuals.

Identifies Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010) and subsequent Supreme Court decisions as removing states' ability to limit independent political expenditures, which the resolution characterizes as threatening election integrity.

Asserts that an exponential increase in large political contributions and expenditures since Citizens United has diluted individual voter power and influenced candidates.

Permits the proposed amendment to distinguish between the political rights of natural persons and artificial entities such as corporations and unions.

Directs the Minnesota Secretary of State to transmit copies of the resolution to Congress leadership and the state's congressional delegation.