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MS SB2577
MS SB2577Campaign contributions; revise disclosures of and require Attorney General to enforce.
summary
Introduced
01/17/2022
01/17/2022
In Committee
01/17/2022
01/17/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/01/2022
02/01/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 23-15-807, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Adjust The Amount Of Reports A Candidate For Judicial Office Is Required To File; To Require All Political Candidates To Disclose All Campaign Contributions And Expenses; To Require Candidates For Judicial Office To Make Certain Additional Disclosures; To Amend Section 23-15-811, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Require The Attorney General To Enforce Violations Of The Article That Governs The Disclosure Of Campaign Contributions; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Mississippi's campaign finance disclosure laws. It would revise the reporting requirements for candidates and political committees, requiring more frequent reporting and additional disclosures, particularly for judicial candidates. The bill also requires the Attorney General to conduct audits and investigations of campaign finance disclosures, provide a public complaint forum, and prosecute violations. The key changes are increased reporting frequency, additional disclosure requirements, and enhanced enforcement by the Attorney General.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/01/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2022/pdf/history/SB/SB2577.xml |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2022/html/SB/2500-2599/SB2577IN.htm |
| Bill | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2022/pdf/SB/2500-2599/SB2577IN.pdf |
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