Limit campaign donations to $40,000 for candidates who receive public matching funds
In Plain English
Richmond offers public matching funds to help candidates run for office without relying heavily on large donors. Currently, candidates can receive unlimited contributions even while getting taxpayer money. If approved, candidates who take public matching funds cannot accept more than $40,000 total in private donations.
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Votes
End debate
4 to 3
First reading and lay over two weeks for second reading
5 to 2
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