Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025

# Summary of S 3028: Protecting Ballot Measures From Foreign Influence Act of 2025 **What the Bill Does:** This bill aims to prevent foreign governments and entities from influencing U.S. ballot measures—the state and local ballot initiatives that voters decide on directly. If passed, it would establish new rules and restrictions to ensure that foreign money, propaganda, or interference don't affect these ballot campaigns. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact state and local ballot measure campaigns, foreign entities seeking to influence U.S. elections, and potentially election officials responsible for enforcement.

Voters may be indirectly affected by changes to how ballot measure campaigns operate. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review in the Senate and has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. It was introduced by Senator Jim Banks, a Republican from Indiana. *Note: The bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, so this summary covers the general purpose based on the title and subject matter. For detailed provisions, you would need to review the full bill text.*.