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Is Your FEC Form 1 Up-To-Date?
As the 2021-22 election cycle gets underway, this is a good time for committees to confirm that all their information is accurate and complete with the Federal Election Commission.
Corporate PAC Donations to Parties and Candidates Plummet After Capitol Riot
Corporate PACs have largely stuck to their public pledges to pause and reevaluate their political donations, resulting in a 98 percent drop in contributions compared to January 2019.
Political Spending Transparency Bill Clears Senate
New Mexico's Senate has approved a bill that would require contributions not intended for political purposes, by written request from donors, to be deposited into a segregated bank account and legally shielded from disclosure.
Sec. Benson Announces Transparency Agenda to Boost Public Confidence in Government
Michigan's Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, has released her From Worst to First agenda that would increase government transparency in the state, "shine the light on dark money in politics and stop public corruption."
California Governor, Gavin Newsom, issued a proclamation declaring a special election for the 54th Assembly District of the State of California on July 20, 2021. The primary for the special election will be held on May 18, 2021
