OPENING THE RECORD
OPENING THE RECORD
H.J.RES. 121 · 119TH CONGRESS
This proposes a constitutional amendment. A congressional proposal requires two-thirds of both chambers and ratification by three-fourths of the states. It does not require the president’s signature. Read the amendment process.
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing Congress and the states to set reasonable limits on the raising and spending of money by candidates and others to influence elections.
The amendment grants Congress and the states the power to implement and enforce this amendment by legislation. They are allowed to distinguish between natural persons and corporations or other artificial entities created by law, including by prohibiting such entities from spending money to influence elections.
Written by the Congressional Research Service for this version of the bill. Later versions may differ. Read at Congress.gov.