On February 26, Level the Playing Field filed this reply brief in Level the Playing Field v Federal Election Commission, 20-649. This is the case over whether the Commission on Presidential Debates is violating federal campaign law by excluding all … Continue reading
According to this Detroit News story, some supporters of former President Donald Trump are working to form Patriot Parties in their home states, even though Donald Trump himself in no way is encouraging this activity. Thanks to Thomas Jones for … Continue reading
Ballot Access News February 2021 – Volume 36, Number 9 This issue was printed on white paper. Table of Contents CONGRESSIONAL DEMOCRATS TRY TO VASTLY TOUGHEN RULES FOR PRIMARY SEASON MATCHING FUNDS NATIONAL POPULAR VOTE BILLS VIRGINIA BALLOT ACCESS WIN … Continue reading
On February 24, the South Carolina House passed HB 3262 by 97-12. It imposes filing fees on individuals who seek the nomination of a party that nominates by convention. Realistically the bill only affects minor parties. Under current law, only … Continue reading
On the evening of Wednesday, February 24, the Iowa House passed SF 413, and the bill has now been sent to the Governor. The vote was 57-37. It makes changes to many types of election law. For minor party and … Continue reading
