West Virginia HB5166 mandates notice to political committees before assessing civil fines for late filings and allows the Secretary of State to.

West Virginia HB5166 amends the state's election regulations to require the Secretary of State to notify political committees of any violations in filing requirements before imposing civil fines. The bill also grants the Secretary of State the authority to extend the compliance period by up to an additional 14 days for good cause. This notice must be provided within 14 days after the deadline for the required report. The bill further outlines procedures for the assessment of civil penalties and the disqualification of candidates who fail to file required statements.

West Virginia HB5166 mandates notice to political committees before assessing civil fines for late filings and allows the Secretary of State to.

West Virginia HB5166 amends the state's election regulations to require the Secretary of State to notify political committees of any violations in filing requirements before imposing civil fines. The bill also grants the Secretary of State the authority to extend the compliance period by up to an additional 14 days for good cause. This notice must be provided within 14 days after the deadline for the required report. The bill further outlines procedures for the assessment of civil penalties and the disqualification of candidates who fail to file required statements.