HB1278

This bill creates a new campaign finance rule preventing certain state officials' campaign committees and affiliated political action committees from accepting donations from their own employees or appointees who hold top positions. Specifically, high-ranking state employees—such as department heads, the highest-paid staff members, or those reporting directly to the official—are prohibited from contributing to the campaigns of the Governor, Legislature members, Secretary of State, and other statewide elected officials who employ them. The restriction takes effect on January 1, 2027.

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