State GovernmentCalifornia Campaign Finance Regulator Resigns Before ElectionMay 30, 2018 | Ben BradfordFair Political Practices Commission chairperson Jodi Remke announced Tuesday that she will step down on Friday. It follows months of acrimony with other commissioners.
State GovernmentAmid Recall, CA Campaign Finance Agency Lifts Limits On Lawmaker ContributionsAugust 17, 2017California's campaign finance watchdog agency has lifted a long-held cap on how much money state lawmakers can give to colleagues facing recall elections. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Watchdog Considers Rule Narrowing Secret LobbyingMarch 13, 2016(AP) — California regulators are considering a plan to curb secret lobbying at the state Capitol.
State GovernmentState Tightens Scrutiny On Candidates And Spending GroupsOctober 16, 2015 | Ben BradfordCalifornia's campaign finance watchdog agency has adopted new rules to stop candidates from collaborating with outside groups that spend money on them. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Former Secretary Of State Candidate Receives FineJune 20, 2014(AP) -- One of the seven candidates for this year's Secretary of State race has been fined by the Fair Political Practices Commission.
