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RI H7147

RI H7147
Campaign Finance


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Introduced
01/13/2016
In Committee
06/18/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/12/2016

Introduced Session

2016 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Clarifies the definition of the term "entity" that advocates for the approval or question presented to voters at a financial town meeting, to include business entities, political action committees, persons and exempt nonprofits.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the definition of an "entity" that advocates for or against a question presented to voters at a financial town meeting, financial town referendum, or election concerning city or town charter amendments, ensuring that such advocacy is subject to campaign finance reporting requirements if expenditures exceed $100 in a calendar year. The updated definition of "entity" explicitly includes business entities, political action committees (PACs), individuals, and tax-exempt non-profit organizations, alongside other recognized business and organizational structures, to provide a comprehensive scope for financial reporting related to local ballot initiatives.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Signed by Governor (on 07/12/2016)

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