HR-4703 : Still Just a Bill

Defending Elections From Foreign Efforts to Negate Democracy Act or the DEFEND Act

This bill prohibits foreign nationals from making disbursements for internet activity promoting, supporting, attacking, or opposing the election of a candidate for public office.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-10-16IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on House Administration.House floor actions
2019-10-16IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Rep. Lamb, Conor [D-PA-17]
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Policy Area :

Government Operations and Politics
See Subjects
  • Congressional elections
  • Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
  • Internet and video services
  • Internet, web applications, social media
  • Political advertising

Related Bills

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