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US SB2728
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits the use of federal funds or personal funds of U.S. ambassadors and officials to host fundraising events for foreign political parties or candidates at U.S. embassies, consulates, or diplomatic posts
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Defines "fundraising event" as any event intended to raise funds for a political party or candidate, including knowingly facilitating contact between potential donors and candidates for fundraising purposes
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Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 and State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to restrict entertainment and representation expenses from being used for foreign political fundraising activities
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Requires the Secretary of State to revise the Department of State Standardized Regulations (DSSR) and Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM) to reflect these prohibitions within 90 days of enactment
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Establishes U.S. policy to maintain strict political neutrality in foreign countries' internal electoral processes and prevent diplomatic resources from conferring advantages to any foreign political party or candidate
Legislative Description
No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act
International affairs
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
9/4/2025