Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
Impact
The amendments introduced by HB 189 would have significant implications for state election laws, particularly enhancing the regulatory framework surrounding campaign finance. By streamlining reporting processes and ensuring that specific information is disclosed, the bill aims to improve the integrity of campaign finance in Texas. The repeal of certain provisions and requirements may reduce administrative burdens on political committees while still maintaining essential oversight and transparency mechanisms.
Summary
House Bill 189 addresses the procedures for filing campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and expenditures with the Texas Ethics Commission. The bill amends several sections of the Election Code to clarify the requirements for political committees regarding the notification of any changes in campaign treasurer addresses and the information required in a treasurer appointment. Additionally, it stipulates that specific-purpose committees must include the name of the candidate they support in their appointments. This reinforces transparency and accountability in the political financing process.
Contention
While the bill is primarily aimed at improving administrative efficiency, discussions around its potential impacts have raised points of concern among different stakeholders. Supporters argue that simplifying the reporting process will encourage compliance and reduce the likelihood of inadvertent errors in campaign finance reporting. Conversely, critics express worries that repealing certain provisions could lead to gaps in accountability, particularly regarding the control of political contributions from corporations and labor organizations. Maintaining robust oversight is a priority for many advocacy groups who worry about the influence of money in politics.
Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
Relating to the acceptance of political contributions by a member of the Railroad Commission of Texas and of political contributions made in connection with the office of railroad commissioner.
Relating to address information contained on reports of political contributions and expenditures made available on the Internet by the Texas Ethics Commission.
Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
Relating to the filing with the Texas Ethics Commission of campaign treasurer appointments and reports of political contributions and political expenditures.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, Chapter 10; Title 3, Chapter 6; Title 4, Chapter 55; Title 8, Chapter 50, Part 5 and Title 57, relative to campaign finance.