To extend the Administrative Fine Program for reporting violations

Dec 19, 2023

Summary

Keeps a program active that fines people for not correctly reporting money in political campaigns, extending it for another ten years.

What problem does this solve?

A program that fines people for not following campaign finance reporting rules was set to end. This law extends the program for another ten years to make sure the rules are still enforced.

Who does this affect?

Political campaigns
Political candidates
Political committees

What does this law do?

Extends the administrative fine program

Changes the end date for the Administrative Fine Program from December 31, 2023, to December 31, 2033, keeping it active for ten more years.

What is the real world impact?

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Ensures continued enforcement of campaign finance rules

Extends a key tool for the Federal Election Commission to punish people who don't report campaign money correctly. This helps make sure political campaigns are open and honest about their funding.

When does this start?

This law takes effect on December 19, 2023, and extends an existing program.

New program expiration date

The Administrative Fine Program is now set to end on December 31, 2033.