SB 226 Summary

• Establishes a new convention campaign grant of $806,875 for major party gubernatorial candidates in 2026 and thereafter, with adjustments made quadrennially based on consumer price index.

• Increases primary campaign grants for gubernatorial candidates with primaries to $2,420,625 (if previously received convention grant) or $3,227,500 (if no previous convention grant), effective 2014 and thereafter.

• Increases general election campaign grants for gubernatorial candidates from $6 million to $15,492,000, with tiered percentages based on application timing ranging from 40% to 75%.

• Allows major party gubernatorial candidates to apply for convention campaign grants after filing intent affidavits, with State Elections Enforcement Commission to approve or disapprove within 10 business days and State Comptroller to issue payment within 30 days.

• Modifies primary and general election campaign grant application timelines and payment procedures, requiring commission review within 5-10 business days depending on office level, with funds disbursed within 2 business days of notification.