To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require the participation in primary and general election debates of any candidate who receives public financing, and to establish criteria for participation of certain candidates in election debates.
Democracy in Presidential Debates Act of 1993 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to require as a condition of eligibility to receive payments from the Presidential Election Campaign Fund that presidential candidates agree to participate in at least one primary election debate and two general election debates sponsored by a nonpartisan entity. Requires a corresponding agreement by vice-presidential candidates, but for a minimum of only one general election debate.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1015-1016)
Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.
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