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Campaign finance agencies in Montana
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In Montana, there is one primary agency involved in statewide campaign finance regulation: the Montana Commissioner of Political Practices.
- See also: Campaign finance requirements in Montana
Authority
The office of the Commissioner of Political Practices was established in 1975. The commissioner is responsible for investigating election and campaign finance law violations, and enforcing the laws in conjunction with county attorneys. Candidates and committees are required to file campaign finance reports with the commissioner as well as county officials.[1][2]
Organization
The commissioner is appointed by the governor, and confirmed by a majority of the state senate for a six-year term. A commissioner cannot serve more than once.[1]
Electronic reporting system
The Commissioner of Political Practices hosts an online reporting system, which can be accessed here. Hard copies of campaign finance reports can also be accessed here.
Contact information
Commissioner of Political Practices
- 1205 8th Ave.
- PO Box 202401
- Helena, MT 59620-2401
- Telephone: 406-444-2942
- Fax: 406-444-1643
- Email: cpphelp@mt.gov
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