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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to transparent political campaigning. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend the definition of "Electioneering communication" in Massachusetts election laws. It also requires that any independent expenditure or electioneering communication made through text messages include a disclosure of the identity of the entity paying for the communication, as well as the top 5 contributors to that entity (if applicable). Additionally, the communication must include a statement directing viewers to the website of the Office of Campaign and Political Finance. These changes aim to increase transparency in political campaigning in the state.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H672 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H672.pdf |
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