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House approves disclosure measure targeting fraudulent political solicitations; debate centers on labor exclusion
Summary
The House voted to pass Senate Bill 633, a campaign‑finance measure aimed at curbing fraudulent political solicitors; debate focused on why labor unions and certain established entities are excluded from the bill’s disclosure/solicitation provisions. The bill passed on the floor with the announced tally of 129 affirmative votes.
The House on March 20 approved Senate Bill 633, a measure the floor sponsor described as intended to protect Maryland residents from fraudulent political solicitations and organizations.
Floor debate focused on the bill’s scope. One member asked why the measure excludes labor unions and corporate PACs from the new disclosure or solicitation rules; the floor leader replied the bill targets "truly fraudulent organizations"…
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