SB 98
Requiring political action committee to disclose contributors' names and addresses to Secretary of State
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Bill overview
This bill requires political action committees (PACs) operating in West Virginia to disclose the names and addresses of their contributors to the Secretary of State. Currently, PACs only need to report expenditures over a certain amount. This change aims to increase transparency in political fundraising by providing the public with more information about who is supporting PACs. The bill also clarifies reporting requirements for contributions exceeding $1,000 and includes provisions regarding electioneering communications.
Key provisions
- Political action committees must disclose the names and addresses of contributors who donate over $1,000.
- This disclosure must be reported to the Secretary of State.
- The bill expands reporting requirements to include details about contributors, such as occupation and employer.
- It clarifies reporting requirements for contributions made before the election year.
- The bill requires political action committees to disclose the name and address of registered political action committees they contribute to.
- It establishes a process for the Secretary of State to make disclosure information publicly available online.
- The bill addresses coordinated expenditures between candidates and PACs.
- The bill clarifies that this legislation does not apply to candidates running for federal office.
Who is affected
- Political Action Committees (PACs)
- Donors to PACs
- West Virginia Voters
- The Secretary of State’s Office
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