Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act
/ˌbaɪˈpɑːrtɪzən kæmˈpeɪn rɪˈfɔrm ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A U.S. federal law enacted in 2002 to regulate the financing of political campaigns, aimed at reducing the influence of unregulated 'soft money' and issue advocacy advertisements.
The Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act redefined the limits on campaign contributions and expenditures.
Forms
- bipartisan campaign reform act
- bipartisan campaign reform acts
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Commentary
Commonly known as the McCain-Feingold Act; drafters should note its complex provisions on contribution limits and electioneering communications.
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