Stopping Foreign Influence in Elections Act of 2026
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose penalties on political committees that accept foreign contributions.
This bill, HB9771, aims to make sure foreign money doesn't influence our elections by adding penalties to the Internal Revenue Code for political committees that accept contributions from foreign sources. This means if a political committee receives money from someone or a company outside the U.S., they could face legal consequences.
Anyone who runs for office or supports candidates through political committees would be affected by this bill. It targets foreign contributions, making it clear that such funding is not allowed. This would help maintain the integrity of our elections by reducing the potential for foreign interference.
HB9771 was introduced on July 18, 2026, and has moved through several stages in the legislative process. It was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means, where it was marked up and reported on August 27, 2026. The bill has now been placed on the Union Calendar, awaiting further action. If passed, it will amend the Internal Revenue Code to enforce stricter penalties against foreign contributions to political committees.
