Seminar for nonconnected political action committees (2005)
On November 16, 2005, the Commission will hold a one-day seminar for nonconnected committees (i.e., PACs not sponsored by a corporation, union, trade association or nonprofit membership organization) at the FEC, 999 E Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. This seminar is recommended for:
- Treasurers of leadership PACs,
- partnership PACs and other nonconnected PACs;
- Staff of the above organizations who have responsibility for compliance with federal campaign finance laws;
- Attorneys, accountants and consultants who have clients that are nonconnected PACs or unregistered section 527 organizations; and
- Anyone who wants to gain in-depth knowledge of federal campaign finance law as it applies to nonconnected PACs and unregistered section 527 organizations.
The seminar will address issues such as fundraising and reporting. Commissioners and experienced FEC staff will specifically discuss recent changes to the campaign finance law, such as new allocation and solicitation rules for nonconnected PACs.
The registration fee for this seminar is $100 per attendee, which covers the cost of the seminar, materials, a reception and refreshments. Payment is required prior to the seminar. A full refund will be made for all cancellations received before November 14. Complete registration information is available on the FEC website at http://www.fec.gov/info/conference_materials/nonconn_seminar.shtml, along with the seminar agenda and a list of hotels located within walking distance of the FEC.
Further questions about this seminar should be directed to the Information Division by phone at 1-800-424-9530 ( or locally at 202-694-1100 or via email at conferences@fec.gov.