Elections Committee moves 11 election bills to floor and finance committee, including provenance and election security measures The Senate Elections Committee reported 11 bills on Feb. 26, 2026 — ranging from poll worker pay and subpoena notices to a content‑provenance requirement for campaign media and a SUNY election security navigator program — with most moving to the floor or to the finance committee for further review.

New York's Senate Elections Committee has just advanced 11 pivotal bills aimed at reshaping election integrity and security—could these changes redefine how we vote?

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PUC admits Albert County commissioner’s campaign platform into Power Pathway record after disputed relevance During cross-examination, PUC admitted Byron McDaniel’s archived campaign platform criticizing Xcel’s proposed route; parties argued probative value for credibility before the commission overruled objections and included the exhibit for weighing.

The Colorado Public Utilities Commission has stirred controversy by admitting Commissioner Byron McDaniel's campaign platform into the Power Pathway hearing, raising questions about his credibility in the face of Xcel Energy's proposed project.

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Panel approves bill letting candidates destroy campaign reports after four years Senate Bill 166, explained by Senator King, would allow candidates to destroy campaign reports and supporting paperwork four years after filing; the committee voted to report the bill favorably after brief questions about exceptions for ethics inquiries.

A new bill could change the way Alabama candidates manage their campaign paperwork, allowing them to destroy records after just four years!

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Committee backs bill to let treasurers report large late contributions the next day HB 1348 would let candidates report large contributions received the night before an election by 11:59 the following day to avoid fines on volunteer treasurers. The committee recommended the bill 6–1 after public testimony from campaign treasurers and counsel clarification about same-day filings earlier on election day.

Virginia's House Bill 1348 aims to lighten the load for volunteer treasurers by allowing them an extra day to report large contributions received the night before elections.

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Senate advances campaign-finance transparency bill for ballot question spending after multiple amendment votes The Massachusetts Senate advanced Senate Bill 2898, a measure to tighten campaign-finance reporting for ballot-question activity, to a third reading after adopting several amendments (including new late-reporting and signature-gatherer rules) and rejecting others in roll calls.

The Massachusetts Senate just took a significant step toward enhancing transparency in campaign spending on ballot questions, but not without heated debate and some contentious amendments.

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Commission Reviews Complaints Against Mayoral Candidates Over Campaign Material Issues Commission assesses two complaints related to campaign finance violations by mayoral candidates.

In a crucial meeting that could reshape Santa Fe's political landscape, the Ethics and Campaign Review Board is tackling serious complaints against mayoral candidates over campaign transparency.

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Austin Council Proposes New Campaign Finance Transparency Measures Including Bank Statement Filings Council members discuss increasing transparency in campaign finance through new filing requirements.

Houston is taking bold steps to enhance transparency in campaign finance by requiring candidates to submit bank statements alongside their reports.

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Guam Election Commission proposes quarterly campaign finance reporting for improved transparency Bill 55-38 aims to enhance Guam's campaign finance oversight through mandatory quarterly disclosures.

Guam's Legislature is on the brink of a major shift in campaign finance transparency with Bill 55-38, requiring quarterly financial disclosures to keep voters informed and engaged.

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Senator Tidyweez pushes election finance reporting reforms in bill 55-38 Senator Tidyweez moves to advance bill 55-38 on Guam election finance reporting reforms.

Senator Tidyweez is leading the charge for greater transparency in campaign financing with new legislation that promises to reshape Guam's electoral landscape.

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Rockville City Council discusses comprehensive election reforms with consultant Jason Gantt Council reviews past recommendations and outlines steps for city election code reform.

Rockville is on the brink of transformative election reforms, with the Mayor and Council tackling crucial changes to ensure fairness and accessibility in future elections.

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Texas Senate considers House Bill 551 to protect campaign workers' privacy Texas lawmakers review House Bill 551 granting privacy protections for campaign expenditure recipients.

Texas lawmakers are stepping up to protect the privacy of young campaign workers while addressing financial strains on charitable bingo organizations—these bills could change the political landscape and support local communities!

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Louisiana legislature enacts campaign finance transparency regulations Legislature establishes rules for disclosing election campaign financing to prevent corruption.

Louisiana is taking a bold step towards clean elections by enacting new rules for disclosing campaign financing and fighting corruption.

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Colorado sets new contribution limits for county commissioner election campaigns New regulations establish contribution and spending limits for county commissioner candidates in Colorado.

Colorado just introduced groundbreaking regulations that could change the game for county commissioner candidates—are you ready for the impact?

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Connecticut Legislature updates regulations on independent political expenditures Legislature enacts new disclaimer requirements for independent political communication expenditures.

A groundbreaking bill in Connecticut is set to transform political campaign financing by mandating transparency in who funds campaign messages—could this be the reform voters have been waiting for?

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Tennessee lawmakers debate legislation on online campaign contributions and transparency House committee discusses bill ensuring transparency in online campaign donations and regulatory requirements.

Tennessee lawmakers are tackling critical issues like online campaign transparency and the oversight of the correctional system that could reshape how citizens engage with politics and their rights.

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Senate Bill 557 mandates Montana political mail opt-out website with fee structure Senate Bill 557 establishes a public website for opting out of political mailings in Montana.

A groundbreaking bill in Montana is set to give voters the power to opt out of unwanted political mailings, sparking intense debates about campaign practices and voter autonomy.

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Senate Bill 633 mandates disclosure for political solicitations and independent expenditures Senate Bill 633 requires disclaimers for candidate image use in political solicitations.

Maryland's Senate Bill 633 is shaking up political fundraising by demanding transparency and accountability in how candidates’ names and images are used—could this be the change we've been waiting for?

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Senators DiDomenico and Keenan propose campaign finance reporting bill in Massachusetts Legislators propose a bill to enhance campaign finance transparency for ballot question committees.

Massachusetts is taking a bold step towards campaign finance transparency with Senate Bill 507, which could reshape how ballot initiatives are funded and reported.

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Minnesota bill demands transparency on contributions over $5000 to political organizations New legislation aims to identify original sources of large political contributions for voter clarity.

A groundbreaking bill in Minnesota is set to shine a light on "dark money" in elections, requiring organizations to reveal the true sources of large contributions.

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Idaho Senator John honored posthumously for environmental advocacy and legislative legacy John's impactful policies on water conservation and campaign transparency recognized after his passing.

Idaho's legislative session paid tribute to John Brooks, a dedicated advocate for agriculture and environmental conservation, whose legacy continues to shape the state's future.

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