S515
An Act reforming campaign finance laws
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Bill overview
This bill, S.515, seeks to reform campaign finance laws in Massachusetts. It aims to adjust regulations surrounding contributions and expenditures made during election campaigns. The bill’s specific details are currently under consideration by the state legislature. It is part of a series of proposals addressing campaign finance reform in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Addresses contribution limits for campaign finance.
- Modifies rules regarding campaign expenditures.
- Potentially impacts the disclosure requirements for campaign donations.
- May alter regulations concerning political action committees (PACs).
- Could adjust rules for candidate fundraising activities.
Who is affected
- Candidates for office
- Political parties
- Campaign finance committees
- Donors of campaign funds
- Massachusetts voters
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals aimed at campaign finance reform.
- It is currently being considered alongside S.2935 and H.848.
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsor
Barry R. Finegold
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Bill S.515 194th (Current)
An Act reforming campaign finance laws
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 515) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation relative to campaign finance reform. Election Laws.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.515
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Election Laws |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in 222 |
| 12/8/2025 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Friday, January 30, 2026 |
| 2/9/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2935 |
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