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Election Law

Course Abbreviation: 
GOVPL 954
Credits: 
2
Credit Only: N Anon Gr: N

This course covers federal and state election law and will examine the constitutional basis for the regulation of elections, the development of the law in this area over the last 30 years, as well as criminal and civil enforcement of the law, the role of the Federal Election Commission, the formation and regulation of political action committees, as well as related federal tax law provisions impacting operation of political committees and advocacy organizations. The course will also examine the intersection of the election law with congressional ethics rules, lobbying regulations and representation of political candidates and entities in election law matters.

Prerequisites: 
None
Faculty: 
Stanley M. Brand