SB273

In primary and election expenses, further providing for contributions by agents, anonymous contributions and cash contributions; and imposing a penalty.

Introduced·2/20/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB273 amends election laws to prohibit candidates and political committees from soliciting or accepting recurring contributions without.

Pennsylvania SB273 amends the Pennsylvania Election Code to prohibit candidates and political committees from soliciting or accepting recurring contributions without express and affirmative consent from the contributor. It defines recurring contributions as those automatically charged to a person's bank account, credit card, or other payment account on a repeated basis without subsequent approval. The bill imposes penalties for violations, including fines of up to $5,000 per occurrence and fines up to three times the amount of the recurring contributions if certain conditions are met.

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Current
State Government Committee
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Committee decision

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 20, 2025

Senate

Referred to State Government