This bill amends Section 68A.502 of the Iowa Code to classify as illegal campaign contributions any contributions made to a candidate or candidates committee by individuals who are not eligible electors, specifically those who reside in the state or in the political subdivision represented by the office sought by the candidate. The new legal language specifies that these contributions are prohibited if the contributor does not meet the eligibility criteria outlined in section 39.3 and are reflected in the candidate's statement of organization.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for willful violations, categorizing such offenses as serious misdemeanors. Penalties include potential confinement for up to one year and fines ranging from $430 to $2,560. Furthermore, violators may face civil penalties from the Iowa ethics and campaign disclosure board, which could include remedial actions, reprimands, and civil fines of up to $2,000.

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Introduced: 68A.502