H.R.2816

Shell Company Abuse Act

Introduced·4/10/25
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Shell Company Abuse Act prohibits establishing corporations to hide foreign nationals' election contributions.

The Shell Company Abuse Act makes it illegal for owners, officers, attorneys, or incorporation agents to set up or use a corporation to hide prohibited election contributions and donations by foreign nationals. Violators face up to 5 years in prison, a fine, or both. This law adds a new section to the federal criminal code.

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History

Apr 10, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Apr 10, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.