FEC Form 5 2013-2025 free printable template

FEC Form 5 1. Report of INDEPENDENT Expenditures made AND Contributions received To Be Used by Persons (Other than Political Committees) including Qualified Nonprofit Corporations (a) Name of Individual,

How to fill out FEC Form 5

How to fill out FEC Form 5

1. Obtain the FEC Form 5 from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) website or local election office.
2. Fill out the basic information at the top of the form, including your name, address, and the date.
3. Provide detailed information about the political committee or candidate associated with the report.
4. Report all contributions received, including the names of contributors and amounts.
5. Itemize expenditures made by the committee, including the purpose and amount of each expense.
6. Ensure that all amounts are correctly calculated and in compliance with FEC rules.
7. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness.
8. Sign and date the form to verify that the information is true and correct.
9. Submit the form to the FEC either electronically or by mail, ensuring that it is done by the filing deadline.

Who needs FEC Form 5?

1. Candidates for federal office, -including the presidential, congressional, and senatorial candidates, -who have accepted contributions and made expenditures.
2. Political committees that support or oppose candidates in federal elections.
3. Any organization or individual required to report their financial activities related to federal elections.

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Can you use FEC data for fundraising?

Under the Federal Election Campaign Act (the Act), information about individual contributors taken from FEC reports cannot be sold or used for soliciting contributions (including any political or charitable contribution) or for any commercial purpose.

How do I file a FEC report?

Where to file by paper Postal deliveries to the FEC: Federal Election Commission. 1050 First Street, NE. Washington, DC 20463. Reports shipped via delivery services: For example, FedEx, UPS or DHL. Use the ZIP code 20002.

What are the FEC filing requirements?

Generally, an individual becomes a candidate for federal office, thus triggering registration and reporting obligations, when his or her campaign exceeds $5,000 in either contributions received or expenditures made. If the campaign has not exceeded the $5,000 threshold, it is not required to file reports.

What is the FEC filing requirement?

Candidates and committees who raise or spend more than $25,000 must electronically file their reports; those who spend or raise less than $25,000 may file paper reports. All lobbyists, lobbyists employers, and lobbying firms with quarterly activity of $2,500 or more file electronically.

Do I need to file FEC?

Federal candidates and political committees must register with the FEC when they reach certain thresholds. Once registered, they file regular reports about their financial activity. This website's help for candidates and committees section explains the reporting requirements that apply to each committee type.

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What is FEC Form 5?

FEC Form 5 is a financial disclosure form used by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to report the campaign finance activities of candidates and political committees.

Who is required to file FEC Form 5?

Candidates for federal office and their authorized committees are required to file FEC Form 5 if they receive contributions or make expenditures.

How to fill out FEC Form 5?

To fill out FEC Form 5, candidates or committees must provide detailed information on contributions received, expenditures made, and other financial activities, ensuring that all fields are accurately completed and comply with FEC regulations.

What is the purpose of FEC Form 5?

The purpose of FEC Form 5 is to ensure transparency in campaign financing by requiring candidates and committees to report their financial activities to the public.

What information must be reported on FEC Form 5?

FEC Form 5 requires reporting of all contributions received, expenditures made, debts owed, and any other financial transactions relevant to the campaign or committee's activities.