I believe that if H.R. 34 were to become law. it would favor the incumbent delegate from American Samoa and work to the detriment of any challengers. As it now appears that campaign finance legislation will be considered by the House this spring. I wish to bring the issue of noncitizen U.S. nationals to the attention of my colleagues and offer a legislative remedy. The number of U.S. nationals in the United States and its territories is comparatively small. but this is no reason to ignore this technical problem which could have a significant impact on future elections for the delegate from American Samoa. and which could also. should H.R. 34 or similar language be enacted into law. ensnare candidates for other federal office who unknowingly accept contributions from U.S. nationals. I urge my colleagues to support this technical change to the Federal Election Campaign Act.
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