U.S. Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, R-Battle Ground, voted against a sweeping campaign finance reform bill Friday, citing her opposition to a portion that would use public funds to multiply small campaign donations.

H.R. 1, the first legislative package introduced under the newly Democratic House of Representatives, is a three-pronged election overhaul — it addresses voter access, campaign finance and transparency.

It passed the House 234-193, though it’s expected to die in the Republican-controlled Senate.

The bill would provide a voluntary six-to-one public match to candidates for small donations up to $200. For instance, a candidate who received a $50 donation from a constituent could then receive $300 in matching public funds. Supports say it would elevate the impact of small donations from individuals in comparison to large donations from corporations and Political Action Committees.

Under H.R. 1, public funding for elections would come from a new 2.75 percent fee on fines or settlements with businesses that commit corporate malfeasance.