Lomax Refiles Bill to Block Foreign Money in AL Elections
State Rep. James Lomax’s HB214 would bar foreign national, corporate contributions in Alabama elections, is co-sponsored by Rep. Susan DuBose
Alabama State Representative James Lomax (R-Huntsville) has refiled legislation to prevent foreign nationals and foreign corporations from funding or influencing elections in Alabama. The bill arrives as lawmakers return to Montgomery for the 2026 session and election year activity heats up, and is co-sponsored by State Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover).
HB214 would bar both direct and indirect contributions or expenditures by foreign actors related to candidate campaigns, political action committees, constitutional amendments or referendums. Lomax’s office said the measure seeks to fill gaps in State law that could allow foreign interests to sway Alabama races, even though federal law already restricts such contributions to federal candidates.
“Elections directly impact the day-to-day lives of every Alabamian,” Rep. Lomax said in a written statement. “Protecting our elections from shady foreign influence is not only imperative to our sovereignty, but it’s common sense.”
Lomax noted that the bill advanced in the previous session but did not become law before time ran out. “With an election year now upon us, this legislation is more timely and urgent than ever,” he said. “Alabama deserves elections free from any chance of foreign manipulation, and HB214 delivers exactly that.”
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen also praised the proposal, saying state law should clearly prohibit foreign influence. “There is no place in Alabama elections for foreign actors with America-last agendas,” Allen said. “The hardworking men and women of Alabama deserve nothing less than honestly and transparently funded elections with zero chance of foreign influence.”
Supporters say the bill would strengthen election security and ensure voters and candidates alike are shielded from outside interests. Lomax plans to press for swift consideration in the House and Senate, and advocates are watching closely as the legislative session unfolds.
The text of HB214 as filed is available HERE.
