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CT HB05612
Bill
Status
Passed
6/6/2016
Primary Sponsor
Government Administration and Elections Committee
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AI Summary
- Prohibits incumbents from using public funds to mail or print flyers and promotional materials during the three months before an election in which they are candidates for reelection or another office
- Prohibits state and political subdivision officials or employees from authorizing public funds for television, radio, movie theater, billboard, bus poster, newspaper, or magazine advertisements featuring a candidate's name, face, or voice during the twelve-month period preceding an election
- Excludes grants or moneys from the Citizens' Election Fund from the definition of "public funds" restricted under these prohibitions
- Exempts a candidate's participation in activities of the Council of State Governments from constituting a violation of these restrictions
- Effective from passage
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Prohibition On The Use Of Public Funds For Election Campaign Activity.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
6/6/2016
Committee Referrals
Government Administration and Elections3/9/2016
Full Bill Text
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