Bill to bar foreign nationals from funding ballot measures draws questions on scope, penalties and look‑back Chairman Martin introduced HB963 to extend prohibitions on foreign contributions to ballot questions; the draft mirrors federal definitions, creates a four‑year, $100,000 look‑back safe harbor and would add enforcement—members and witnesses urged narrowing the bill and clarifying penalties and definitions.

A new bill in Georgia could tighten restrictions on foreign funding for ballot measures, but questions remain about its scope and potential impact on local businesses.

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