Day: July 23, 2009

Hans von Spakovsky on the Federal Election Commission

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date July 23, 2009
Categories In FEC

Former FEC Commissioner Hans von Spakovsky wrote this editorial for National Review Online.

Virginia’s Money Race

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date July 23, 2009
Categories In Virginia

The Richmond Times-Dispatch examines spending in the race for governor in Virginia with a focus on “outside groups” and 527’s. So-called 527 committees are named for the section of the federal tax code governing fundraising for activities such as voter mobilization and issue advocacy. The Virginia law on reporting by such organizations was strengthened in […]

Legislative Branch Document Retention

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date July 23, 2009
Categories In House, Senate

This Roll Call editorial discusses how legislative offices should retain documents relating to their work and mentions the PMA Group. The Presidential Records Act — which President Barack Obama took steps to strengthen upon taking office — sets the standard for the White House. Congressional reforms implemented in 2007 aimed to increase transparency in the […]