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Federal Election Campaign Act

Description:

The Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA) is a United States federal law that regulates the financing of federal elections. Enacted in 1971, the act provides guidelines and regulations for the conduct of electoral campaigns, campaign financing, disclosure of campaign contributions, and limitations on campaign contributions.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Legislation

The Federal Election Campaign Act sets the rules and regulations for campaign finance in federal elections.

Sense 2:

Noun - Historical

The Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 was a landmark legislation aimed at reducing the influence of money in politics.

Sample Sentences:

1. The Federal Election Campaign Act imposes limits on the amount of money individuals and organizations can contribute to political campaigns.

2. Candidates are required by law to file regular reports disclosing their campaign contributions and expenditures under the Federal Election Campaign Act.

3. The Federal Election Campaign Act was amended in 1974 to establish the Federal Election Commission to oversee the enforcement of campaign finance laws.

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