What does Preamble of No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act do?

This bill aims to prohibit the use of United States embassies or consulates for fundraising purposes. The bill's purpose is to prevent the solicitation of funds for foreign political parties or candidates within U.S. diplomatic facilities.

What does SHORT TITLE. of No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act do?

This bill is formally titled the No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act

What does FINDINGS. of No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act do?

This section outlines findings related to the Department of State's role and interactions with foreign political parties. It states the Department of State's mission is to protect security, prosperity, and democratic values, not to favor any political party. Meeting with foreign political parties is considered an appropriate function for U.S. Ambassadors and representatives. The U.S. has historically encouraged the rule of law and free speech abroad regardless of political affiliation. Raising funds for foreign political parties or candidates on U.S. diplomatic grounds is deemed inappropriate.

What does PROHIBITION ON HOSTING OF FOREIGN PARTY POLITICAL EVENTS AT of No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act do?

This section establishes a policy of political neutrality in foreign countries' electoral processes. It prohibits the use of federal funds or personal funds of U.S. ambassadors to host fundraising events for foreign political parties or candidates at U.S. diplomatic posts. The term 'fundraising event' is defined as an event intended to raise funds for a political party or candidate, including facilitating contact between donors and candidates. Section 905 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 is amended to prevent the Secretary from providing for receptions or paying expenses related to fundraising activities for foreign political parties at U.S. diplomatic posts. Section 4(b)(2)(H) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 is amended to restrict expenditures, excluding functions at U.S. diplomatic posts intended to raise funds for foreign political parties. The Secretary of State is required to revise the Department of State Standardized Regulations (DSSR) and the Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM) to prohibit the use of U.S. diplomatic posts for fundraising purposes and discourage activities that could promote the financial interests of foreign political parties. The Secretary must certify to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs within 90 days of the Act's enactment that these revisions have been made.

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No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act

Last updated: 9/3/2025 · Introduced: 9/3/2025

Author: Julie Johnson (D-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits U.S. ambassadors and the State Department from hosting or funding fundraising events for foreign political parties or candidates at U.S. diplomatic posts.
It amends existing laws to restrict State Department expenditures related to fundraising for foreign political parties and clarifies the department's role in maintaining political neutrality.
The bill mandates revisions to State Department regulations and manuals to explicitly prohibit using diplomatic posts for fundraising purposes and related activities.

119th Congressin committeeS. 2728(In Committee)Official page

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