- We await final State Board of Elections action on its proposed independent expenditure disclosure rules. Because the NYC rules encompass a broader range of communications, disclosure under the NYC rules should not be treated as prima facie evidence that the spender improperly failed to register as a unregistered political committee pursuant to state law.
- In another context, the NYC Campaign Finance Board has signaled an expansive view of "coordination" and the desire to vigorously enforce the law against unreported in-kind contributions to candidates for New York City office. This City sheriff means to be a tough beat cop. Don't presume that the current Super PAC MO at the federal level will carry the day in NYC elections.
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