Treat DSA Like Communist Party

Summary#

This bill would amend the Communist Control Act of 1954 to provide that the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) shall be treated like the Communist Party of the United States of America. The bill was introduced on 2026-09-17 by Representatives Richard McCormick, Clay Fuller, and Diana Harshbarger. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary and is listed as in progress. No publicly available information on the full text or specific changes beyond the title and status.

What it means for you#

No publicly available information on specific effects, penalties, or who would be affected. The bill is at the committee-referral stage and is not law. Any concrete changes would depend on the final text and whether it is enacted.

Expenses#

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