ELECTIONS-NEGATIVE CAMPAIGNING
Summary
Amends the Election Code. Prohibits electioneering communications that negatively refer to a clearly identified candidate or candidates who will appear on the ballot during the 15 days before an election or primary. Requires the State Board of Elections to define negative references. Authorizes the State Board to investigate complaints of and impose civil penalties for violations. Requires the State Board of Elections to appoint a screening board to review (i) alleged violating communications and (ii) the compliance of prospective communications with the prohibition.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2009
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2009
Last action Jan 11, 2011
Floor votes
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
6
Key actions
0
Committee
3
Jan 11, 2011
House · Failed
Session Sine Die
Mar 13, 2009
House · Referred to committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Mar 4, 2009
House · Referred to committee
Assigned to Executive Committee
Feb 27, 2009
House · Referred to committee
Referred to Rules Committee
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
Co
Rosemary Mulligan
RRepublican
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