Bill
HB 3114
Overview: HB 3114 - Prohibiting Compensation for Lobbying on Behalf of a Foreign AdversariesStatus: To House JudiciaryIntroduced: February 20, 2025Subject: LEGISLATUREPurpose and I
Overview: HB 3114 - Prohibiting Compensation for Lobbying on Behalf of a Foreign Adversaries
Status: To House Judiciary
Introduced: February 20, 2025
Subject: LEGISLATURE
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to prohibit individuals and organizations from receiving compensation for lobbying on behalf of foreign adversaries of the United States. The legislation aims to address concerns about foreign influence in the American political process and protect the integrity of the legislative decision-making.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits any person or entity from receiving compensation for lobbying activities that are intended to influence the legislative or executive branch on behalf of a foreign adversary of the United States.
- Defines "foreign adversary" to include countries, organizations, or individuals that are identified as posing a significant threat to the national security, foreign policy, or economy of the United States.
- Imposes civil and criminal penalties for violations of the prohibition, including fines and potential imprisonment.
- Requires the disclosure of any existing or proposed lobbying contracts with foreign adversaries.
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Lobbyists and lobbying firms that have previously engaged in or planned to engage in lobbying activities on behalf of foreign adversaries would be directly affected by the legislation.
- Companies, organizations, and individuals that have received compensation for such lobbying activities would also be impacted.
- The general public and the legislative process would benefit from the increased transparency and reduced foreign influence in the political sphere.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee for further consideration and potential amendments. If passed by the House and Senate, it would then be sent to the President for signature into law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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