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S 2935·MA·senate

An Act reforming campaign finance laws

Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 9, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Election Laws
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Senate: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Feb 9, 2026

Summary

The legislation updates who is considered a political committee, clarifies what counts as a contribution or in‑kind contribution, and raises small‑donation thresholds. It also strengthens penalties by barring candidates who fail to file required reports from appearing on ballots for up to ten years and gives the elections director broader powers to issue fines and orders. These changes aim to increase transparency and accountability in state elections.

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