FEC Election Talk May Fizzle Over Budget Woes
Published Date: 4/25/2025
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Summary
The Federal Election Commission is holding a public meeting on April 30, 2025, both in person and online, to discuss new advisory opinions and enforcement guidance. This affects political parties and groups involved in elections, with no new costs announced but a note that the meeting could be canceled if funding runs out. It’s a chance to see how election rules are shaping up and who’ll lead the commission next.
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