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How do I report, view, or edit/delete an “other receipt” on Schedule C?

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For more information, go to: Candidate Filing System Manual – Schedule C.

I want to terminate my registration, but I have a surplus, what can I do with my surplus?

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You can donate up to twice the amount of your maximum contributions (i.e., if your maximum contribution is $2,000, you may donate up to $4,000) in each category below: Charitable ...
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Do I need to submit a “Notice of Intent to Hold a Fundraiser” if my ticket price is less than $25?

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Yes, no fundraiser shall be held unless a Notice of Intent form is filed with the Commission for any function held for the benefit of a candidate or candidate committee ...
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Can I sell food/items for my candidate committee’s fundraiser?

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Yes, however, you must obtain the name and address of each person purchasing a food/item because this is considered a contribution reportable to the Commission.

Can I use online platforms (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, ActBlue, WinRed) to receive donations?

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Yes, however, contributions must be deposited directly into Committee’s Depository (Bank) within seven (7) days of receipt.  Contributions received without the contributor’s information must be declined and returned within thirty ...
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What are the system requirements to file my report on the Candidate Filing System?

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You will need to use a laptop or desktop computer to file your reports.  For Mac/Apple users, you must use Chrome or Edge internet browsers to file your report.  For ...
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What’s required to open my committee’s bank account?

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It is advisable that you call your selected bank prior to opening your committee’s bank account.  Banks will vary on their requirements.  If your bank requires an Organizational Report and ...
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What information do I need on my advertisement (e.g., outdoor banner/signs, mailers, social media ads, etc.)?

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If a noncandidate committee places an advertisement for or against a campaign, it must include a disclaimer that states: Who paid for the advertisement (i.e., “paid for by”) including the ...
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The election is over, am I still required to file disclosure reports with the Commission?

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Yes, as long as your noncandidate committee is registered with the Commission, your committee is required to continue filing disclosure reports.  During the non-election years, two (2) Supplemental Reports are ...
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My noncandidate committee did not spend any money or receive any contributions during the current reporting period, are we required to file a disclosure report?

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Yes, even if a committee has no activity to report for any applicable reporting period (i.e., received or made zero ($0) contributions or spent zero ($0) money), a disclosure report ...
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