Candidate Frequently Asked Questions & Resources

  1. When can I open my bank account?
  2. May a candidate appoint himself or herself as campaign treasurer and sign campaign checks?
  3. Must a campaign treasurer be a registered voter in Florida?
  4. Can a deputy treasurer file and submit campaign reports?
  5. If my treasurer is out of town, can I have an extension to file my report?
  6. What are the contribution limits for a candidate?
  7. What is an “in-kind” contribution and are they subject to the same limitations as monetary contributions?
  8. If I receive an in-kind contribution of office space and it exceeds the limits, what should I do?
  9. Do I have to itemize small contributions $0.05, $1, $5, $10, etc.?
  10. Do I have to list the contributor’s occupation for every contribution?
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