Bill > LD1787

This bill modifies the Maine Clean Election Act by increasing the seed money contribution limit for gubernatorial candidates from $100 to $250 per individual. Seed money contributions are initial funds that help candidates start their campaign, and in this context, can be made by individuals, including the candidate themselves or their spouse/domestic partner. The bill specifically targets gubernatorial (state governor) candidates, creating a higher contribution limit for them compared to other participating candidates, who would still be limited to $100 per individual contribution. The Maine Clean Election Act is a public campaign financing system designed to reduce the influence of private money in elections by providing qualifying candidates with public funds if they meet certain requirements and agree to spending limits.