Bill > S06292

This bill requires the Joint Commission on Public Ethics (JCOPE) to develop and maintain a comprehensive campaign finance training course for legislators, their staff treasurers, and individuals running for elected office. The training course will be designed to help participants understand and comply with campaign finance requirements under state, legislative, and federal laws. The course will be available both in-person and online, with a mechanism to verify course completion. Participants must complete the training course annually and verify their completion on their respective financial disclosure or campaign finance forms. Failure to comply will result in financial penalties, specifically a $300 fine initially, with an additional $300 fine imposed if the violation is not remedied within 90 days. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, providing ample time for the commission to develop the course and for stakeholders to prepare for the new requirement.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6292