Louisiana Senate Bill 14 (2008)
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[edit] Purpose
Senate Bill 14 sets a standard for disclosures relating to multiple forms of political communication. If the communication is paid for and authorized by a candidate or the candidate's authorized political committee, it must be stated on the communication.
When an electioneering communication is created that is not approved by a candidate or the candidate's political committee, The following information must be displayed about the person, committee, organization, or entity who paid for it:
- Name
- Physical Address
- Telephone Number
- Website address (if one exists)
A statement in the communication must also be made confirming that it is not authorized by any candidate.
[edit] Covered Communication
Senate Bill 14 Defines "electioneering communication" as any broadcast, cable, or satellite communication that refers to a candidate for elected office and is broadcast within 60 days before the election.
[edit] Oral, Visual and Written Communication
For radio ads and print ads paid for by a third party the rules are slightly different. Only the name of the organization must be displayed on the front page of the advertisement, in a font no less than half the size of the content. The name must be clear and easily readable. For radio ads the name must be announced for a period of no less than three seconds.
[edit] Punishment for Violation
Any person found in violation of this law is subject to a fine of up to $500 and six months of imprisonment. [1]
[edit] House Votes
- Yeas: 103
- Nays: 1
- Absent: 1
[edit] Senate Votes
- Yeas: 37
- Nays: 0
- Absent: 2
