FEC Reform: Fewer Members, New Rules, and Powers
This act reforms the Federal Election Commission (FEC), which oversees elections. It reduces the number of members, changes their appointment and term rules, and reallocates powers between the Chair and other members. The goal is to streamline processes and enhance transparency in campaign finance oversight, potentially impacting election fairness and public trust in the system.
Key points
The number of Federal Election Commission members will be reduced from six to five, with a limit of two members from the same political party, aiming for greater impartiality.
New appointment rules will be introduced, including a blue-ribbon advisory panel, and terms will be limited to a single six-year period, preventing long-term incumbency.
The Chair of the Commission will gain increased administrative and investigative powers to streamline daily operations and enforcement, while the Commission as a whole will handle key legal and regulatory decisions.
Procedures for handling complaints and initiating investigations will be revised, granting the General Counsel more initial autonomy, subject to Commission override.
Citizens will have the right to challenge the Commission's dismissal of complaints or inaction in court, increasing their influence over election law enforcement.
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