New York bill S00701 amends election law to clarify what constitutes personal use of campaign funds.

New York bill S00701 amends the election law to clarify what constitutes personal use of campaign funds. It defines personal use as expenditures exclusively for the personal benefit of the candidate or other individuals, not related to a political campaign or public office duties. Examples include residential items, tuition payments, and entertainment unless related to a campaign. The bill also outlines how leftover campaign funds should be disposed of, such as returning them to contributors or donating them to charities.

New York bill S00701 amends election law to clarify what constitutes personal use of campaign funds.

New York bill S00701 amends the election law to clarify what constitutes personal use of campaign funds. It defines personal use as expenditures exclusively for the personal benefit of the candidate or other individuals, not related to a political campaign or public office duties. Examples include residential items, tuition payments, and entertainment unless related to a campaign. The bill also outlines how leftover campaign funds should be disposed of, such as returning them to contributors or donating them to charities.