The bill amends R.S. 42:1130.4 to expand the prohibition against false statements in election materials to include not only candidates but also political committees. It specifies that neither candidates nor political committees are allowed to distribute any misleading information with the intent to deceive voters. The bill emphasizes that any oral, visual, digital, or written material containing false statements about another candidate is subject to this prohibition.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "political committee" by referencing R.S. 18:1483, ensuring that the term is consistently understood within the context of election practices. This legislative change aims to enhance the integrity of the electoral process by imposing penalties for unethical election practices related to misinformation.

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