Empower Act of 2017
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Oct 4, 2017)
Empower Act of 2017
This bill modifies the system for the public financing of presidential elections, including by (1) providing for 600% matching funds for campaign contributions that are smaller contributions; and (2) requiring a candidate, as a condition of eligibility for public financing, to agree not to accept certain bundled contributions or contributions of more than $1,000 from any person. The bill also modifies other election-related provisions, such as by expanding disclosure requirements related to certain bundled contributions made to presidential campaigns.
What just happenedOct 4, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseOct 4, 2017
- Oct 4, 2017IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Committee on House Administration - Oct 4, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Oct 4, 2017IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House