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CT HB05612

Bill

Status

Passed

6/6/2016

Primary Sponsor

Government Administration and Elections Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 General Assembly

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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