This bill amends various sections of the Alaska campaign finance law, specifically focusing on the use of campaign contributions and the reporting requirements for candidates and groups. It allows campaign contributions to be used for civil penalties assessed against candidates or groups, as well as for expenses related to election campaign activities. However, it introduces a provision that permits the Alaska Public Offices Commission to prohibit the use of these contributions for civil penalties if a court finds that the candidate or their treasurer intentionally caused the violation leading to the penalty. Additionally, the bill outlines specific conditions under which unused campaign contributions can be distributed, including donations to political parties, charitable organizations, and the state's general fund, while also establishing limits on transfers for future campaigns and public office expense accounts.

Furthermore, the bill enhances the reporting requirements by mandating the commission to notify individuals who fail to file required statements and to maintain a public list of delinquent filers. It also allows for the submission of incomplete reports under certain conditions, provided that the filer commits to submitting the missing information within a specified timeframe. The bill repeals a previous provision related to campaign contributions and introduces new penalties for failing to comply with reporting requirements. Overall, the legislation aims to improve transparency and accountability in campaign finance while providing clearer guidelines for the use of campaign funds.

Statutes affected:
HB0201A, AM HB 201, introduced 04/22/2025: 15.13.112, 15.13.116, 15.13.078, 15.13.110, 15.13.380, 15.13.040, 15.13.390, 15.13.050, 15.13.060, 15.13.074