ME LD9

Establishes a statutory definition of "public communication" covering broadcast, cable, satellite, print, direct mail, campaign signs, outdoor advertising, and prerecorded calls, with paid internet advertising included but organic internet content excluded

Increases the penalty for making contributions in another person's name from a maximum of $5,000 to 500% of the contribution amount

Requires independent expenditure communications to disclose the top 3 funders, with the disclosure threshold extended from 30-second to 60-second video/audio ads and exemptions for ads under 60 seconds or print communications of 20 square inches or less

Expands disclosure requirements to cover websites and internet applications established by candidates, party committees, or PACs that advocate for or against candidates during pre-election windows (28 days before primary, 35 days before special election, Labor Day to general election)

Streamlines enforcement procedures for failure to file campaign finance reports, requiring two notices by mail and email before referral to the commission, with maximum penalties of $10,000 or the unreported financial activity amount and potential Class E crime charges for non-filers