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House 668 - Petition of Jay R. Kaufman and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of tthe General Court) relative to the impact of campaign financing on citizen participation in politics and the number of candidates for political office.

Bill Status

  • Session: 185th General Court
  • Bill Status: 04/01/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4625

Sponsor:

  • Jay R. Kaufman

All Bill Actions

  • 01/11/07 H Referred to the committee on Election Laws
  • 01/11/07 S Senate concurred
  • Public Hearing date Jul 18 pm at 1:00 in Room A-2
  • 04/01/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4625

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