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, provided that the Alaska Public Offices Commission does not prohibit such use if a court finds that the candidate or their treasurer intentionally caused a violation. Additionally, the bill outlines specific conditions under which candidates must distribute unused campaign contributions after elections, including payments for campaign-related expenses, donations to political parties or charitable organizations, and the establishment of funds for legal fees related to election challenges.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions for reporting requirements, allowing individuals to file incomplete reports under certain conditions, provided they attest that they will submit the missing information within a specified timeframe. It also enhances the commission's authority to notify and publicly list delinquent filers, including those who have submitted incomplete reports. The bill repeals a specific provision related to campaign contributions, streamlining the regulations governing the use and reporting of campaign funds. Overall, these changes aim to improve transparency and accountability in campaign finance within Alaska.

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