Bill > HB2301

This bill modifies the definition of "committee" in campaign finance law by amending section 130.170 of Missouri state statutes. Specifically, the bill maintains the existing definition of committee from section 130.011, but adds a nuanced exception for continuing committees. Under the new provision, continuing committees will generally be excluded from the definition of a committee, with a key caveat: if a continuing committee makes certain types of expenditures or contributions related to ballot measures or elections (as specified in sections 130.176 and 130.716), it will then be considered a committee for the purposes of campaign finance regulations. The bill also includes detailed definitions of various terms related to campaign finance, such as "foreign national," which encompasses individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, foreign governments, foreign political parties, and entities organized under foreign laws. Additionally, the bill provides clarification on what constitutes funds obtained through the usual course of business and defines other terms like "lobbyist" and "preliminary activity" to provide more precise legal guidance for campaign finance reporting and compliance.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2301&year=2026&code=R