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San Benito supervisors approve campaign contribution limits after debate over timing and enforcement
Summary
After hours of debate over mid-filing changes, contribution caps and potential legal risk, the San Benito County Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 to adopt a campaign finance ordinance with an amended effective date and requirements for reporting and enforcement.
The San Benito County Board of Supervisors adopted a new campaign finance ordinance on June 18 after an extended discussion about contribution limits, filing windows and enforcement mechanisms. The board approved the motion by a 4–1 roll-call vote.
Supporters framed the ordinance as a transparency and anti-influence measure. Speaker 1 said the policy’s purpose was to “reduce influence of special interest” and improve transparency in local races. Board members debated the appropriate…
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