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NY A05490
NY A05490Relates to the statements of receipts, contributions, transfers and expenditures to transition and inauguration entities.
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Introduced
02/12/2019
02/12/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to transition and inauguration receipts and expenditures The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1
AI Summary
This bill amends the election law to require entities formed for the purpose of accepting donations and making expenditures for a candidate's transition or inauguration into office to file statements with the Board of Elections detailing their receipts, contributions, transfers, and expenditures. The bill sets forth requirements for the content and timing of these disclosure reports, and establishes civil and criminal penalties for noncompliance, including fines and potential misdemeanor charges. The bill aims to provide transparency around the funding and spending related to a candidate's transition and inauguration.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
referred to election law (on 01/08/2020)
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