During the 10 days preceding a primary, general, or special election in which the candidate's name is on the ballot, the campaign's books of account showing all contributions received, expenditures made and outstanding debts must be opened for public inspection.
Are campaign contributions public record?
Are political contributions monitored?
With respect to receipts, the Federal Election Campaign Act (the Act) requires reporting of all receipts, but requires recordkeeping only for contributions. Nevertheless, a candidate committee must keep records for all types of receipts in order to comply with the reporting requirements of the Act and FEC regulations.
Are campaign finance reports public?
A wide range of campaign finance documents and other resources are available for public review.
Do you have to report campaign contributions?
Both recipients and donors of contributions of $1,000 or more, and those making independent expenditures of $1,000 or more, are required to report these activities electronically or online within 24 hours, if those activities occur within 90 days of the election. …
How are political donations reported?
House and Senate committees report contributions received from individuals on Form 3, Line 11(a). A contribution from an individual is itemized on Schedule A, supporting Line 11(a)(i), when it: exceeds $200 or.
What can campaign donations be used for?
Campaign funds may be used to make donations or loans to bona fide charitable, educational, civic, religious, or similar tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations as long as the donation or loan is reasonably related to a political, legislative, or governmental purpose.
What is the maximum you can donate to a presidential candidate?
Contribution limits for 2021-2022 federal elections
| Recipient | ||
|---|---|---|
| Candidate committee | ||
| Donor | Individual | $2,900* per election |
| Candidate committee | $2,000 per election | |
| PAC: multicandidate | $5,000 per election |
Are political campaign donations public?
The Political Reform Act requires candidates and committees to file campaign statements by specified deadlines disclosing contributions received and expenditures made. These documents are public and may be audited by the FPPC and FTB to ensure that voters are fully informed and improper practices prohibited.
Where can I find campaign finance reports?
Campaign Finance Reports of federal candidates and committees can be viewed from the Federal Elections Commission's Web site at www.fec.gov. *Users can search on data from the last six years.