Protect Democracy From Criminal Corporations Act

HR 8552, the *Protect Democracy From Criminal Corporations Act*, prohibits corporations convicted of certain felonies involving dishonesty (like conspiracy under 18 U.S.C. §371) or those entering agreements requiring $1 million+ payments to make political contributions, independent expenditures, or electioneering communications. It defines "criminal corporations" as those with such convictions or specific settlement agreements, banning their political spending for 10 years after conviction or agreement. The bill amends the Federal Election Campaign Act to enforce this prohibition, directly affecting corporations meeting these criteria. It applies to all federal, state, and local election-related political activity during the 10-year ban period.