Promoting Authenticity with Influencer Disclaimers Act
A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require a disclaimer for certain communications paid for by a political committee, and for other purposes.
This bill, SB5136, aims to update the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 by adding a new requirement for certain political communications. Specifically, it mandates that any paid communication from a political committee that appears to come from a social media influencer must include a clear disclaimer stating that it was paid for by a political committee. This is to ensure transparency and authenticity in political advertising.
This law would primarily affect social media influencers who are paid to promote political messages, as well as the political committees that sponsor such communications. It ensures that the audience is aware when an influencer's post is part of a political campaign, helping to maintain transparency in political advertising.
As of July 27, 2026, SB5136 has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration for further review. No further action has been taken yet. The bill is currently in its early stages of the legislative process.
