Ballot Question Contribution Statement - South Dakota

Ballot Question Contribution Statement is a legal document that was released by the South Dakota Secretary of State - a government authority operating within South Dakota.

FAQ

Q: What is a Ballot Question Contribution Statement?
A: A Ballot Question Contribution Statement is a document that discloses the sources and amounts of contributions made to support or oppose a specific ballot question in South Dakota.

Q: Why is a Ballot Question Contribution Statement filed?
A: A Ballot Question Contribution Statement is filed to promote transparency in the political process and give voters insight into the financial support behind a ballot question campaign.

Q: Who is required to file a Ballot Question Contribution Statement?
A: Any individual, committee, or organization that raises or spends money to support or oppose a ballot question in South Dakota is required to file a Ballot Question Contribution Statement.

Q: What information is included in a Ballot Question Contribution Statement?
A: A Ballot Question Contribution Statement includes the names and addresses of contributors who have donated more than $100, along with detailed information about the purposes and amounts of expenditures made by the committee.

Q: When is a Ballot Question Contribution Statement filed?
A: A Ballot Question Contribution Statement must be filed within 30 days after receiving contributions or making expenditures in excess of $1,000. Additional filings may be required closer to the election date.

Q: What are the consequences for not filing a Ballot Question Contribution Statement?
A: Failure to file a Ballot Question Contribution Statement or filing false or incomplete information can result in penalties, including fines and legal action, as well as a loss of credibility for the committee or organization involved.