The new Lobbying Contributions Search database allows users to search past contribution filings (LD-203). A number of filers are adding interesting notations in the “Comments” field of the form. For example, this form includes a notation, “After performing reasonable due diligence, and to the best of my knowledge, I am in compliance with the Standing […]
Author: Eric Brown
EMILY’S List
The court released its opinion in EMILY’S List v. FEC. The court ruled in the FEC’s favor on joint motions for summary judgment. The case involved allocation regulations and the FEC’s regulation at 11 CFR 100.57 regarding solicitations referencing a federal candidate.
Louisiana Cites Boasso
This story refers to the Louisiana Board of Ethics matter involving Walter Boasso, who ran for governor last year. More information should be on the Board’s website. Boasso ran this ad, “Show and Tell,” which is on YouTube.