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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7091
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Sunshine Act Notice is about a public virtual hearing by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) scheduled for Thursday, January 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be open for public attendance and focuses on an Audit Hearing for the Grassroots Victory Political Action Committee. People interested in attending can access the hearing through the FEC's official website. For additional details, Judith Ingram, the Press Officer, is the contact person.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is hosting a special online meeting about checking the finances of a group called the Grassroots Victory Political Action Committee. People can watch the meeting on the internet, but there are no details yet on exactly how to join or what will be talked about.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97617
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Election Commission is holding a hybrid meeting on December 12, 2024, at their Washington, DC office and online. The meeting is open to the public, and attendees can access it virtually via the Commission's website. Topics on the agenda include a draft advisory opinion for the Unified Libertarians of Massachusetts, recommendations regarding the Brady Campaign, proposed rulemaking on contributor information, and proposed revisions to internal directives. The meeting will also cover management matters and the election of officers for 2025. For more information, contact Judith Ingram, the Press Officer.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having a meeting on December 12, 2024, where they will talk about different important topics, like future plans and who will be in charge next year. People can join either in person or online, but it’s not clear exactly how to join online or what all the topics mean.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6888
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission will hold a virtual public meeting on Thursday, January 28, 2021, starting at 10:00 a.m. This meeting is open to everyone and can be accessed through their website at www.fec.gov. The agenda includes discussing the Draft Advisory Opinion 2020-06 concerning Escobar, reviewing an Audit Division Recommendation for the Mississippi Republican Party, and addressing management and administrative matters. For more information, contact Judith Ingram, the Press Officer, via phone at (202) 694-1220.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having a special online meeting where they will talk about some decisions and check on things like how a party in Mississippi spent their money. Anyone can watch it live on their website!

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11607
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will take place both at their office in Washington, DC, and virtually online. Topics include a draft advisory opinion concerning U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill and various management and administrative matters. To attend online, participants should visit the FEC website and follow the instructions provided.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is having a meeting where anyone can listen in, either in person or online, on March 13, 2025. They will talk about what a government official can or cannot do and some other important work stuff.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10581
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) announced a virtual public meeting on February 25, 2021, following a repayment hearing. Due to COVID-19, this meeting will be held online, and interested parties can access it through the FEC's website. Items on the agenda include discussions on Draft Advisory Opinions for the Full Employment Now-Political Action Committee and the National Republican Senatorial and Congressional Committees, as well as an audit recommendation for Dr. Raul Ruiz for Congress. Further details can be obtained by contacting Judith Ingram, the Press Officer.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having an online meeting on February 25, 2021, where they will talk about some rules and plans. People can listen to the meeting by checking the FEC's website.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8215
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission will hold an open meeting on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., both in person at 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC, and virtually. The meeting will discuss proposed revisions to the Commission's rules of procedure and agenda-setting processes, along with other management and administrative matters. Those wishing to attend virtually can find access instructions on the Commission's website. In-person attendees needing special accommodations are advised to contact the Commission in advance.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is going to have a meeting where they talk about changing their rules and how they plan their work. People can join the meeting in person or online, and if someone needs extra help to attend, they should ask the Commission beforehand.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8526
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is adjusting the limits on contributions, expenditures, and the threshold for disclosure of contributions bundled by lobbyists due to inflation. These changes are required by the Federal Election Campaign Act and affect federal election campaigns, with new figures taking effect between 2024 and 2026. The expenditure limits for political party committees are updated based on inflation and population statistics. Additionally, the lobbyist bundling disclosure threshold for 2025 has been set at $23,300.

    Simple Explanation

    The people who make rules about money in politics are changing the amount of money people and groups can give or spend during elections to keep up with how prices change over time, like how more money is needed to buy candy today than years ago. They also set a new amount that needs to be reached before certain special money collectors need to tell the government about the money they've gathered.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 1737
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Federal Election Commission (FEC) has updated the amounts for civil monetary penalties to adjust for inflation, as required by law. These adjustments are for penalties related to violations of the Federal Election Campaign Act and other related laws. The new penalty amounts, which are calculated using a specified formula, apply to assessments made after January 11, 2021. The adjustments ensure that penalties retain their deterrent effect over time, reflecting changes in the consumer price index.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is making sure that the money penalties for breaking election rules stay fair by adjusting them for inflation, kind of like giving the money a yearly check-up to see if it's enough to keep people from breaking the rules.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12534
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission has scheduled a public hearing on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 10 a.m. to be held both in-person at their office in Washington, DC, and virtually. The hearing will address the audit of John Curtis for Utah, referred to as A23-03. Interested individuals can access the hearing through the FEC website. For additional information or special assistance requests, contact Myles Martin or Laura E. Sinram.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having a meeting on March 27, 2025, to check how money was spent on John Curtis's campaign in Utah. People can join the meeting either in person in Washington, DC, or online by visiting their website.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12534
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Federal Election Commission will hold a public meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025, after the audit hearing. The meeting will take place at 1050 First Street NE, Washington, DC, and online. Items for discussion include draft advisory opinions for the American Samoa Democratic Party and the Democratic Party of Puerto Rico, the election of a new Chair, and other administrative matters. People can attend virtually via the FEC website, and those needing special assistance are encouraged to contact the Secretary and Clerk in advance.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Election Commission is having a meeting on March 27, 2025, where they will talk about rules for two political groups and pick a new leader. People can join the meeting in person or watch it online, but they need to check the website to know how to join.

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