2013 House Joint Resolution O

Impose restrictions on corporate political communication

Introduced in the House

March 12, 2013

Introduced by Rep. Collene Lamonte (D-91)

To place before voters in the next general election a constitutional amendment adding an 1,800 word regulatory regime restricting political spending by both business and nonprofit corporations (including nonprofit groups motivated by ideological or political concerns), but not by unions. Among other things this would mandate detailed reports filed electronically within 48 hours of any lobbying or campaign communication, with violations subject to criminal penalties.

Referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics