Bill
HB 6742
Overview: HB 6742, AN ACT PROHIBITING THE STATE AND MUNICIPALITIES FROM ACCEPTING CERTAIN TYPES OF FUNDING FOR ELECTIONS-RELATED PURPOSES, has been referred to the Joint Committee
Overview: HB 6742, AN ACT PROHIBITING THE STATE AND MUNICIPALITIES FROM ACCEPTING CERTAIN TYPES OF FUNDING FOR ELECTIONS-RELATED PURPOSES, has been referred to the Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections. The bill was introduced on January 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main objective of this bill is to restrict the ability of the state and local governments to accept private funding for election-related activities, such as voter registration, ballot collection, and get-out-the-vote efforts.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits the state, municipalities, and election officials from accepting private grants, donations, or other funding for election-related purposes.
- Exempts only federal and state government funding sources from the prohibition.
- Imposes penalties for violations, including fines and potential removal from office for election officials.
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would impact state and local election officials, as well as non-profit organizations and private donors that have previously provided funding for election-related activities. It could limit the resources available for voter outreach and engagement efforts.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections for further review. A public hearing and committee vote would likely be the next steps before the bill could move to the full legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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