Last updated December 2, 2024
Fair Political Practices Commission News
In November, the Fair Political Practices Commission approved proposed Form 463, Report of Security Expenses, with amendments. Form 463 will be used for candidates or elected officers to report security expenses when they face a threat or potential threat to their safety, the safety of their family, or the safety of their staff.
Federal Election Commission News
The Federal Election Commission is seeking comment on a petition for rulemaking regarding contributions through untraceable electronic payment methods. The FEC has been asked to adopt two amendments to 11 CFR 104.14 regarding the use of prepaid cards to circumvent contribution limits and source prohibitions. Public comment on the petition is due by January 27, 2025.
Los Angeles City Ethics Commission News
The City of Los Angeles recently passed Charter Amendment ER, a package of ethics reform, which imposes restrictions on appointments made by elected officials and triples the maximum fine able to be imposed by the Ethics Commission. After approval, penalties for ethics code violations increase from $5,000 to $15,000, and officials are no longer able to appoint family members or major campaign donors to City positions.
San Francisco Ethics Commission News
In November, the San Francisco Ethics Commission unanimously approved a motion by Chair Finlev to authorize the Commission’s Executive Director to make minor, non-substantive changes to Ethics Commission regulations, without a vote being required by the Commission.
San Diego Ethics Commission News
In November, the San Diego Ethics Commission approved Bryn Kirvin to take over as Executive Director once Sharon Spivak, the current Executive Director, steps away in 2025. Kirvin has served as a prosecutor in the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office.