An act relating to independent expenditure-only political committee contribution limits
S.158 would limit contributions to independent expenditure-only political committees in Vermont to $5,000 per single source. These committees run election ads without coordinating with candidates but still accept money from contributors. The bill sets this new cap specifically for these committees, distinct from existing limits for candidates (e.g., $4,000 for gubernatorial candidates) or regular political committees. It applies to all contributors, including individuals, corporations, and political parties, without changing other campaign finance rules.
Bill status
introduced
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 30, 2025
Last action May 30, 2025
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May 30, 2025
Introduced
Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Government Operations
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
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State
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Ginny Lyons
DDemocratic
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