The bill H.116 proposes to establish new limitations on campaign contributions for candidates running for State Representative and State Senator in Vermont. Specifically, it sets a cap on total contributions from all sources at $29,000 for each candidate in an election cycle. Additionally, it specifies that candidates for State Representative cannot accept more than $1,000 from a single source, political committee, or political party, while candidates for State Senator are limited to $1,500 from the same sources. The bill also clarifies that contributions made by candidates to their own campaigns are included in these limits.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing laws to ensure that the limitations on contributions apply specifically to candidates for State Representative and State Senator, while allowing candidates for other offices to contribute without such restrictions. The provisions of the bill will take effect upon passage. Overall, H.116 aims to enhance transparency and fairness in campaign financing for state legislative candidates.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 17-2941, 17-2947