II 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 1638 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 17, 2023 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Warner ) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration A BILL To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with ballot initiatives and referenda.

1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Protecting Ballot Measures from Foreign Influence Act . 2. Prohibition on contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with ballot initiatives and referenda (a) In general Section 319(a)(1)(A) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 ( 52 U.S.C. 30121(a)(1)(A) ) is amended by inserting “, or a State or local ballot initiative or ballot referendum” after election . (b) Effective date The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to contributions and donations made on or after the date of enactment of this Act.