The bill introduced by Representative Glassburn amends sections 3517.01 and 3517.08 of the Revised Code to provide campaign committees with the ability to refund political contributions to donors for any reason. This amendment expands the definition of "expenditure" to include refunds, as outlined in a new division (H) of section 3517.08, and clarifies that expenditures can be made for the purpose of refunding contributions. This change aims to enhance financial management options for campaign committees and improve donor relations by allowing for more flexible responses to donor requests.

Additionally, the bill establishes rules regarding the attribution of expenditures for candidates running for multiple offices and for those made in non-election years. The Secretary of State is given the responsibility to define which expenditures are attributed to candidates. The bill also introduces provisions that allow campaign committees and political entities to make expenditures for refunds, which must be reported alongside contributions as required by section 3517.10. Furthermore, it repeals existing sections 3517.01 and 3517.08, reflecting a shift towards more accommodating practices in campaign financing.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3517.01, 3517.08