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Commissioners

The six Commissioners, no more than three of whom may represent the same political party, are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Commissioners serve full time and are responsible for administering and enforcing the Federal Election Campaign Act. They generally meet twice a week, once in closed session to discuss matters that, by law, must remain confidential, and once in a meeting open to the public. At these meetings, they formulate policy and vote on significant legal and administrative matters.

	Matthew S. Petersen Chairman			Cynthia L. Bauerly Vice Chair
	Caroline C. Hunter Commissioner			Donald F. McGahn II Commissioner
	Steven T. Walther Commissioner			Ellen L. Weintraub Commissioner