Fundraising Compliance: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls Online Test

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Fundraising Compliance: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls

Description: Test your knowledge on Fundraising Compliance and avoid legal pitfalls in political campaigns.
Number of Questions: 14
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What is the primary purpose of fundraising compliance in political campaigns?

To ensure transparency and accountability in campaign finances.
To maximize campaign contributions and spending.
To prevent conflicts of interest among campaign staff.
To promote fair and ethical campaign practices.

Which federal agency is responsible for enforcing fundraising compliance laws in the United States?

Federal Election Commission (FEC)
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Department of Justice (DOJ)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

What is the maximum amount an individual can contribute to a federal candidate's campaign per election?

$2,900
$5,800
$10,000
$20,000

Which of the following is NOT a prohibited source of campaign contributions?

Corporate contributions
Labor union contributions
Foreign national contributions
Personal funds of the candidate

What is the purpose of a campaign finance disclosure report?

To inform the public about campaign contributions and expenditures.
To ensure compliance with campaign finance laws and regulations.
To track the financial activities of political candidates and committees.
All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a campaign finance disclosure report?

Listing the names and addresses of contributors
Reporting the amounts and dates of contributions
Disclosing the purpose of expenditures
Including a statement of support or opposition to a candidate

What is the penalty for knowingly and willfully violating campaign finance laws?

Fines
Imprisonment
Both fines and imprisonment
None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a best practice for fundraising compliance?

Keeping accurate and detailed records of all contributions and expenditures.
Regularly reviewing campaign finance laws and regulations.
Seeking legal advice when in doubt about compliance issues.
Ignoring minor violations and reporting only major ones.

What is the importance of transparency in campaign finance?

It promotes accountability and public trust.
It helps prevent corruption and undue influence.
It allows voters to make informed decisions.
All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a type of political action committee (PAC)?

Super PAC
Traditional PAC
Leadership PAC
Independent expenditure-only committee

What is the purpose of a disclaimer on campaign materials?

To identify the source of the material.
To inform the public about the candidate's positions.
To prevent confusion among voters.
All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a prohibited activity during a campaign blackout period?

Soliciting or accepting contributions
Making expenditures on behalf of a candidate
Distributing campaign materials
Conducting public opinion polls

What is the role of the FEC in enforcing campaign finance laws?

Investigating alleged violations
Imposing fines and penalties
Referring cases to the Department of Justice
All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a candidate to qualify for public financing in a federal election?

Raising a certain amount of money from small donors
Agreeing to spending limits
Receiving a certain percentage of votes in a primary election
Being nominated by a major political party

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