Bill Summary
The bill introduces significant changes to campaign finance laws, including the prohibition of foreign contributions and expenditures in elections, the requirement for detailed financial reporting by political entities, and the establishment of new penalties for non-compliance. It also defines ‘electioneering communication’ to include various forms of paid political messaging and mandates the disclosure of payments to signature gatherers. Additionally, it addresses the use of synthetic media in political communications and sets forth mechanisms for legal recourse if a candidate’s image or speech is misrepresented.
Overall Summary
The bill aligns positively with the metrics that emphasize transparency, accountability, and the integrity of the electoral process. It supports the principles of honest elections and responsible government by enhancing reporting requirements and prohibiting foreign interference. However, it may be viewed as neutral or unrelated to several other metrics that focus on different areas such as agriculture, water management, and energy.
Reason for Rating
ARTICLE I. RESPONSIBILITY IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 1)
The bill's emphasis on transparency and stringent reporting aligns with the metric's support for government transparency and fiscal responsibility.
ARTICLE II. CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 1)
By enhancing transparency and accountability in campaign finance, the bill supports increased citizen control and involvement in government.
ARTICLE III. EDUCATION (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address educational policies or systems, making it neutral in relation to this metric.
ARTICLE IV. AGRICULTURE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to agricultural policies or practices, hence it is neutral concerning this metric.
ARTICLE V. WATER (Rating: 0)
This bill does not involve water management or policy, so it has no impact on this metric.
ARTICLE VI. NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address issues related to natural resources or environmental policies, rendering it neutral in this context.
ARTICLE VII. ENERGY (Rating: 0)
There are no provisions in the bill related to energy policy or management, so it is neutral regarding this metric.
ARTICLE VIII. IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORIES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not impact or relate to the operations or missions of national laboratories, thus it is neutral on this metric.
ARTICLE IX. PRIVATE PROPERTY RIGHTS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve issues of private property rights, so its impact is neutral concerning this metric.
ARTICLE X. STATE AND FEDERAL LANDS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address state or federal land management, making it neutral in relation to this metric.
ARTICLE XI. WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not concern wildlife management, so it has no impact on this metric.
ARTICLE XII. ECONOMY (Rating: 0)
The bill focuses on campaign finance and does not directly affect economic policies or business environments, thus it is neutral regarding this metric.
ARTICLE XIII. HEALTH AND WELFARE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address health or welfare policies, making it neutral in relation to this metric.
ARTICLE XIV. AMERICAN FAMILY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve family values or policies related to family structures, so it is neutral concerning this metric.
ARTICLE XV. OLDER AMERICANS (Rating: 0)
There are no provisions in the bill that specifically impact older Americans, so it is neutral on this metric.
ARTICLE XVI. LAW AND ORDER WITH JUSTICE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address law enforcement or judicial processes directly, making it neutral in this context.
ARTICLE XVII. NATIONAL DEFENSE – SECURING THE BORDER (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to national defense or border security, hence it is neutral regarding this metric.
ARTICLE XVIII. ELECTION OF JUDGES AND IDAHO SUPREME COURT JUSTICES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve the election or appointment of judges, so it is neutral on this metric.
ARTICLE XIX. RELIGIOUS LIBERTY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address issues of religious liberty, making it neutral concerning this metric.
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