Campaign fundraising; requires contributions over $500 received by statewide officials be reported. (HB2543)

Introduced By

Del. Shannon Valentine (D-Lynchburg)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Campaign fundraising; special sessions. Requires that contributions greater than $500 received by members of the General Assembly, the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, and the Attorney General during special sessions of the General Assembly be reported to the State Board or local electoral board within 24 hours. Currently, a total ban on fundraising applies during regular legislative sessions, but not special sessions of the General Assembly. The new reporting requirements are similar to those that apply in the week prior to an election. Read the Bill »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed

History

DateAction
01/19/2009Committee
01/19/2009Presented and ordered printed 093112760
01/19/2009Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections
01/22/2009Assigned P & E sub: Campaign Finance
01/26/2009Impact statement from DPB (HB2543)
01/28/2009Subcommittee recommends passing by indefinitely by voice vote
02/10/2009Left in Privileges and Elections