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FL S0072
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Florida Statutes section 106.1405 to allow candidates to use campaign account funds to pay for child care expenses directly related to campaign activities, such as attending campaign events, canvassing, debates, and meeting with constituents or donors
- Child care expenses are only eligible if they would not exist were it not for the candidate's campaign; funds may not be used for personal errands or routine child care unrelated to campaigning
- Defines "eligible child care provider" as any individual or licensed organization
- Candidates must maintain receipts, invoices, and proof of payment for all campaign-related child care expenses for at least 3 years after the campaign ends and provide clear records—including dates, times, and event descriptions—to the Division of Elections
- Candidates must disclose child care expenses, including specific amounts and dates, in their regular campaign finance reports; the act takes effect July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Use of Campaign Funds for Child Care Expenses
Last Action
Died in Rules
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules3/26/2025
Judiciary2/19/2025
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