Federal Campaign Contributions

According to the Federal Election Commission’s website, an individual may make the following contributions:

• $2,500 per election to a Federal candidate or their campaign committee, noting that the primary and general elections are considered separate elections.
• $5,000 per calendar year to a Political Action Committee, (PAC).
• $10,000 per calendar year to a State or local party committee – like the Arizona Democratic Party and the Arizona Republican Party.
• $30,800 per calendar year to a national party committee
• $117,000 total contributions to Federal candidates and Federal political committees within two years.

There are some limits within the limitations, so those who intend to contribute a lot this election season should consult with an attorney or accountant, and be sure to keep track of every contribution whether monetary or an in-kind donation such a printing services.

For more information visit the FEC website at http://www.fec.gov/pages/brochures/citizens.shtml.