Before revision: Once that threshold is exceeded, the individual must register with the Federal Election Commission (FEC ) ( candidates for the United States House of Representatives) or the Secretary of the Senate (candidates for the United States Senate), and begin to file reports (including in the first report all activity that occurred prior to reaching the 5,000 threshold).Once an individual registers as a federal candidate, election restrictions apply, including 2,700 dollars on contributions.
After revision: Once that threshold is exceeded, the individual must register with the Federal Election Commission (FEC ; for candidates for the United States House of Representatives) or the Secretary of the Senate (candidates for the United States Senate), and begin to file reports (including in the first report all activity that occurred prior to reaching the 5,000 threshold).Once an individual registers as a federal candidate, election restrictions apply, including 2,700 dollars on contributions.