Bill
LC 9
Overview: Bill Number: LC 9, Title: Generally revise campaign finance laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: August 27, 2024Purpose and Intent: This draft legislatio
Overview: Bill Number: LC 9, Title: Generally revise campaign finance laws, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: August 27, 2024
Purpose and Intent: This draft legislation aimed to make comprehensive reforms to Montana's campaign finance regulations. The primary goals were to increase transparency, limit the influence of money in politics, and ensure fair and equitable electoral processes.
Key Provisions:
- Lowered contribution limits for individual and corporate donors
- Required more detailed disclosure of campaign expenditures and funding sources
- Banned foreign nationals and certain business entities from making political contributions
- Established an independent commission to oversee campaign finance enforcement and compliance
- Provided public financing options for qualified political candidates
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Political candidates and campaigns would face stricter fundraising and reporting requirements
- Donors, including individuals, corporations, and special interest groups, would have reduced ability to influence elections
- State and local election officials would be responsible for implementing and enforcing the new campaign finance rules
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This bill was a draft proposal that did not advance beyond the initial legislative process. It died without being formally introduced or considered by legislative committees.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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