House Bill No. 590 aims to prohibit the use of funds, goods, or services donated by foreign governments, foreign entities, or noncitizens in the conduct of elections and election campaigns in Louisiana. The bill establishes that such donations cannot be used to advocate for or against any ballot propositions, candidates, or political parties, either directly or indirectly. Violators of this prohibition, including foreign governments and entities, may face criminal penalties, including fines of up to twice the amount of the donation and imprisonment for up to five years.

Additionally, the bill mandates that any individual or entity that knowingly accepts a prohibited donation must return it to the donor. It also includes definitions for terms such as "directly or indirectly" and "foreign entity" to clarify the scope of the law. The proposed legislation emphasizes accountability for both donors and recipients in the electoral process, aiming to safeguard the integrity of elections in Louisiana.