The FEC is down a quorum – but what does that mean for PACs, enforcement, and your compliance obligations? In this short video, Wiley's Mark Renaud breaks down the risks, the potential silver linings, and why staying...more
All federally registered PACs are required to file post-general election reports with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) by midnight EST on Thursday, December 5, regardless of their activity. This includes both monthly and...more
The federal rules for electioneering communications kick in on September 6, 2024, and run through Election Day. These rules could affect your grassroots lobbying during this 60-day period if your ads are on radio or...more
On August 6, Vice President Kamala Harris selected Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota as her Vice-Presidential running mate for the 2024 general election. Since Governor Walz is a state official, his selection for the ticket...more
Staying informed, proactive, and compliant in your advocacy can help to avoid political law pitfalls this election year and in the future. Wiley's Mark Renaud provides guidance to navigate federal, state, and local...more
If there are two political law compliance issues that perennially bedog federal, state, and local government contractors, it is the myriad of state and local pay-to-play laws and procurement lobbying laws. In the FAQs below,...more
Political-law risk is always present, but it becomes particularly acute in even-numbered election years such as 2024. Below, however, we outline five easy steps you and your organization - whether it is a corporation,...more
The Oregon state legislature has passed, and the governor has signed, legislation that will impose contribution limits beginning in January 2027. This will be the first time Oregon limits political contributions in the state....more
Despite major “reforms” to New Jersey’s pay-to-play laws in 2023, certain state and local government contractors doing business in New Jersey still must file the Business Entity Annual Disclosure Statement by April 1, 2024....more
We are now in December and the end-of-the-year holiday gift-giving season is upon us. Gifts for family; gifts for assistants; gifts for clients; gifts for friends. Holiday parties, Secret Santa exchanges, and the like. It’s...more
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Today, the Committee on House Administration of the U.S. House approved a series of election-related bills which will advance to the floor of the U.S. House. Among the provisions approved is a provision prohibiting “direct or...more
Please note that Maryland’s semiannual pay-to-play report is due on May 31 from certain state and local government contractors, even if no reportable contributions have been made....more
In this episode, partner Mark Renaud discusses what corporations and government contractors need to know following New Jersey's April 2023 campaign finance reform bill, which includes significant revisions to state and local...more
Business entities that in 2022 received $50,000 or more in contracts with state or local government agencies in New Jersey must file an annual disclosure statement of political contributions with the New Jersey Election Law...more
In this episode, Wiley Partner Mark Renaud discusses PAC audits. Mark covers the different types of audits a PAC may undergo and under what circumstances a PAC may elect to undergo an audit. Join Mark as he discusses what an...more
As reported in the November 2022 issue of Election Law News, California expanded its state pay-to-play law effective January 1, 2023. Contributions to local elected officials are now covered by the special pay-to-play...more
The District of Columbia’s new pay-to-pay law becomes operational the day after the election, November 9, 2022. During this 30-minute webinar, you will learn about the nuances of the new law and how companies, trade...more
With the 2022 general election upon us, it is very important to remember that the District of Columbia’s new pay-to-pay law becomes operational the day after the election on November 9, 2022. Unless your company, partnership,...more
With the midterm elections quickly approaching, political giving in the states is ramping up. State campaign finance law is constantly changing, and entities must be aware of the current requirements prior to making...more
New laws and court wins out of several states are favoring more campaign finance disclosure.
The Tennessee General Assembly recently passed a bill requiring politically-active 501(c)(4) organizations – often referred to...more
Business entities that in 2021 received $50,000 or more in contracts with state or local government agencies in New Jersey must file an annual disclosure statement of political contributions with the New Jersey Election Law...more
The District of Columbia’s long-awaited pay-to-play law will take effect on November 9, 2022, after over two years of delay. The District’s pay-to-play law was originally set to go into effect on November 4, 2020, but was...more
Please note that Maryland’s semiannual pay-to-play report is due on November 30 from certain state and local government contractors, even if no reportable contributions have been made...more
On October 27, the Cincinnati City Council adopted a prohibition on contributions from certain persons seeking certain development approvals from the Council, but the effective date was delayed until the City appropriates...more
Maine recently enacted a ban on contributions by corporations and labor unions to candidates for state and local office. The ban, which takes effect on January 1, 2023, does not appear to apply to contributions to Maine state...more