SJRES 43

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections.

Summary

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing Congress and the states to set reasonable limits on the raising and spending of money by candidates and others to influence elections. The amendment grants Congress and the states the power to implement and enforce this amendment by legislation. They are allowed to distinguish between natural persons and corporations or other artificial entities created by law, including by prohibiting such entities from spending money to influence elections.

Bill status

Status
In committee
Sponsor
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen [D-NH]
Cosponsors
40
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics
Introduced
2025-03-27
Latest action
2025-03-27: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Committee referrals

Recent actions

  • 2025-03-27: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
  • 2025-03-27: Introduced in Senate