California AB953 prohibits foreign nationals from making contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures in state and local elections.

California AB953 amends the Political Reform Act of 1974 to prohibit foreign governments, foreign principals, and foreign nationals from making contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures in connection with state and local elections. The bill defines "foreign national" as someone who is not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, except for those with deferred action under DACA. It also prohibits individuals and committees from soliciting or accepting contributions from these entities. Violators face misdemeanor charges and fines equal to the amount contributed or expended.

California AB953 prohibits foreign nationals from making contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures in state and local elections.

California AB953 amends the Political Reform Act of 1974 to prohibit foreign governments, foreign principals, and foreign nationals from making contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures in connection with state and local elections. The bill defines "foreign national" as someone who is not a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, except for those with deferred action under DACA. It also prohibits individuals and committees from soliciting or accepting contributions from these entities. Violators face misdemeanor charges and fines equal to the amount contributed or expended.