Legalizing slot machines is a big issue in Maryland. Lawmakers are seeking to expand disclosure of funds spent in support of, and in opposition to, the measure. A long and worthwhile quotation from the Sun’s article explains lawmakers are moving to tighten up campaign reporting requirements for the November referendum on legalizing slot machines, as both […]
Category: State Issues
More on personal use
I previously noted a recent case in Tennessee involving personal use of campaign funds. Federal law and most states ban personal use of campaign funds. In North Carolina, the Governor has called an extra session of the House to judge the qualifications of Rep. Thomas Wright to continue to serve. The Select Committee to Investigate […]
Tennessee Personal Use
Tennessee’s ban on personal use resulted in one of the larger state fines I have seen for campaign finance violations: $120,000. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reports below. During the proceedings, the Attorney General weighed-in on the standard for the amount of the fine. . . . NASHVILLE — Former state Sen. Jerry Cooper, […]