S. 298 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Senate Campaign Disclosure Parity Act
S. 298 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Feb 3, 2017, sponsored by Jon Tester with 54 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 3, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 54
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
What it does
Senate Campaign Disclosure Parity Act This bill amends the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require Senate candidates to file designations, statements, and reports directly with the Federal Election Commission, instead of with the Senate as currently required.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jon Tester (D-MT). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 11 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 3, 2017
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (Feb 3, 2017)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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