Bill > S00076

This bill introduces new regulations for political campaign contributions involving intermediaries, which are defined as individuals or entities that either deliver contributions from one person to a candidate or political committee, or solicit contributions that are known to the candidate or committee. The bill requires intermediaries to disclose specific information about contributions, including the contributor's name, mailing address, contribution amount, and date of receipt. Candidates, authorized committees, and party committees must report to the state board of elections any intermediary who delivers or solicits contributions totaling $500 or more, providing detailed information about the intermediary such as their occupation, employer, and total monetary value of contributions. The bill clarifies that contributions delivered by an intermediary are considered contributions from the original contributor, not the intermediary. Certain family members, employees, volunteers, and commercial fundraising firms are explicitly excluded from the definition of an intermediary. The act will take effect on January 14, 2027, and the state board of elections is authorized to create rules to implement these new requirements and notify candidates and political committees about the new provisions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S76