State Sen. Brodeur Proposes Bill Banning Foreign Political Contributions
Local News Staff 
A bill proposed by Senator Jason Brodeur (SB 1352) intends to ban political contributions from foreign governments, foreign political parties, foreign businesses and foreign citizens, and illegal immigrants.
Brodeur explained the imprtance of the bill to the Senate Rules Committee: “I thought this was [in the] already illegal [category]... We are putting belts and suspenders and making sure people understand that,” he continued.
The move comes after the FEC handed down new guidance related to state ballot initiatives and foreign donations, opening greater access to non-U.S. contributors. U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio also joined those calling for reform as one of the highest-ranking Republicans to to do so, citing the potential dangers of Russian or Chinese influence.
If passed, the bills would take effect July 1.
