In CommitteeFiled May 14, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4] (R)
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
May 14, 2026
Summary
The bill amends the Foreign Agents Registration Act to add a clearer definition of who counts as a foreign principal, focusing on organizations that lobby for foreign state interests. It also gives any U.S. citizen the ability to file a complaint with the Justice Department to trigger an investigation of possible breaches. The changes aim to increase transparency about foreign influence in U.S. policy making.
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