SB 644: Political Reform Act of 1974: contribution limits.
This bill amends the Political Reform Act of 1974 to set a contribution limit of $5,900 for candidates running for state, county, or city office during the 2025-2026 election period. The contribution limit for judicial, school district, and community college district offices will be determined by the respective governing bodies. The bill also declares that it furthers the purposes of the Political Reform Act of 1974. Additionally, it authorizes the governing bodies to impose more restrictive contribution limits on candidates for these offices. Violations of the act are punishable by a misdemeanor.
| Feb. 02, 2026 | Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56. |
| May. 23, 2025 | May 23 hearing: Held in committee and under submission. |
| May. 16, 2025 | Set for hearing May 23. |
| May. 12, 2025 | May 12 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file. |
| May. 06, 2025 | Set for hearing May 12. |