H.R. 4866: No Foreign Election Partnership Act

The bill, titled the No Foreign Election Partnership Act, aims to restrict how U.S. federal election agencies interact with international organizations. The key points of the bill are as follows:

Provisions of the Bill

• Prohibition on Agreements: The bill prohibits all election agencies of the federal government from entering into any agreements with international organizations. This includes agreements that involve data sharing or situations where the international organization could hold an advisory role with the agency.
• Definition of Election Agencies: The term "election agency of the Federal Government" specifically refers to entities such as the Federal Election Commission, the Election Assistance Commission, and any other federal organization responsible for managing elections for federal office.
• Effective Date: The provisions of the bill are intended to take effect immediately upon becoming law.

Impact on Federal Election Operations

This legislation is designed to tighten the control of U.S. federal election procedures by ensuring that foreign entities cannot influence or participate in the administration of elections through advisory roles or data exchanges. By limiting these interactions, the bill seeks to address concerns about foreign influence in U.S. elections.

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