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FL H0361

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kelly Skidmore

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Candidates may use campaign funds to pay for child care expenses incurred due to campaign activities such as events, canvassing, debates, and meetings with constituents or donors
  • Child care expenses must be directly related to campaign activities; funds cannot be used for personal errands or routine child care
  • Eligible child care providers include licensed center-based, family-based, and in-home care providers operating legally under state law
  • Candidates must maintain receipts and proof of payment for at least 3 years after the campaign ends and provide records to the Division of Elections upon request
  • Child care expenses must be disclosed in regular campaign finance reports with specific amounts and dates

Legislative Description

Use of Campaign Funds for Campaign-related Child Care Expenses

Last Action

1st Reading (Original Filed Version)

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Operations Subcommittee11/18/2025

Full Bill Text

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