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Weekly Digests are published every Friday and summarize the week's publicly disclosed activity. Press releases are published as news happens.
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Treasurers are responsible for examining all contributions to make sure they are not illegal (i.e., from a prohibited source or in an excessive amount). When receiving a contribution of questionable …
Read moreThe FEC’s electronic filing system will be offline for maintenance from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Saturday, March 25, 2023. During that time, users will be unable to …
Read moreWASHINGTON – The Commission today heard testimony from a Member of Congress, five former congressional candidates, and five other witnesses on proposed changes to regulations regarding the use of campaign …
Read moreThe Commission will hold an in-depth, online training event for political party committees on Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3. These live, interactive workshops are designed for those seeking …
Read moreThe FEC will host two days of training next month for political action committees (PACs) set up and administered by trade associations. Beginners may choose to attend both the Tuesday, …
Read moreWASHINGTON – The Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22, on proposed changes to regulations regarding the use of campaign funds by a …
Read morePACs, political parties and presidential campaign committees that file monthly have a report due Monday, March 20, covering the month of February. Note: PACs and party committees that filed …
Read moreOn February 14, 2023, the Commission held a public hearing on audit procedures for committees that do not receive public funds. The Commission received six written comments and five witnesses …
Read moreCandidate committees (except for monthly-filing Presidential campaigns) have a report due by Saturday, April 15, covering activity from the closing date of their last report through March 31. To …
Read moreWASHINGTON – The Federal Election Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on March 22, 2023 on proposed changes to regulations regarding the use of campaign funds by a candidate’s …
Read moreThe Commission will hold an in-depth, online training event for trade associations and their political action committees (PACs) on Tuesday, April 11 and Wednesday, April 12. These live, interactive workshops …
Read moreToday is the effective date for the Commission’s revised regulations concerning the definition of “public communication” and the requirements for disclaimers on certain public communications placed for a fee on …
Read moreIf a limited liability company (LLC) is considered a corporation for tax purposes, it is prohibited from making contributions to federal candidates. If an LLC is considered a partnership for …
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